Professionally trained by Apple on using iPads in the classroom.
Dana Sansivieri
Teacher (Childhood Education Grades 1-6)
Wantagh,NY
Summary
Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 16 years of experience. Passionate about educating children in grades 1 to 6 using rigorous activities, differentiated tasks, and highly effective lessons. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments that support diverse educational styles. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions. Eagerly offers instructional direction, professional development feedback, and real-time direction in classroom. Knowledgeable of developing lesson plans alongside other talented teachers and supporting administration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Theater Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
Elmhurst , NY
2021.09 - Current
- Encouraged students to perform well and learn from failure.
- Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied performance techniques.
- Produced 2 theatrical performances, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas and Toy Story, streamlining technical elements.
- Managed Thespian society operations with elected students to promote individual thought and creativity.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques to provide safe, calm learning environment.
- Planned lessons to reflect group and individual student needs utilizing creative instruction.
- Exposed students to diverse content to build perspective in drama pedagogy.
- Evaluated student assignments and projects with corrective comments to guide future growth.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
4th Grade Math Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
Elmhurst , NY
2020.09 - 2021.06
- Multiple Learning Levels, Including: Top, Advanced & Proficient English Language Learners
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children through the use of the Envisions Math Curriculum.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Implemented one-to-one technology to upload, distribute, assess, grade, and give feedback on student work.
- Provided rigorous, data driven instruction.
- Provided differentiated independent work, resources, and scaffolds specific to each lesson.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lesson details and help students with test preparation.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Utilized Class Dojo applications as a more efficient way to communicate with parents and hold students accountable for their assignments
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught remotely using Zoom and Google Classroom, as well as, in person.
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
Elmhurst , NY
2018.09 - 2020.06
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Multiple Learning Levels, Including: Top, Advanced & Proficient English Language Learners
- Provided for classroom instruction to 32 multicultural students, utilizing ReadyGEN and Balanced Literacy Workshop strategies
- Created lesson plans and units of study aligned to CCLS for Language Arts, Social Studies and Science.
- Implemented the use of I-Pads during instruction
- Conducted professional development to the staff/faculty about Charlotte Danielson’s assessment rubric, as well as Higher Order Questioning & Discussion Techniques
- Implemented the use of Thinking Maps in order to scaffold instruction
- Delivered data driven instruction in order to meet the needs of children with various entry points
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Utilized classroom management and behavioral strategies with at-risk students
- Mentored new teachers in order to develop their classroom management and differentiation skills on Grade 5
- Prepared students for state-wide English Language Arts examination
- Utilized Class Dojo application as a more efficient way to communicate with parents and hold students accountable for their assignments
- Created class newsletters in English, Spanish & Chinese as a way to communicate with parents
- Provided small group and after-school mandated remedial instruction
- Integrated Interactive Promethean Board lessons to drive instruction and engage students
- Used special education students’ individualized education plans (IEPs) to drive instruction
- Collaborated with teachers/therapists for students with special education services
- Facilitated inclusion of the Common Core State Standards into the instructional plans and development of curriculum maps with Grade 5 teachers
- Administered and evaluated using Fountas and Pinnell running records
- Integrated The Leader in Me program into daily lesson plans
- Collaborated with the school psychologist, social worker, family worker, and service providers for evaluations, IEPs, meetings, etc
- Turn-keyed information learned from professional developments to co-workers
- Attended training for the Charlotte Danielson Assessment Rubric
- Provided differentiated instruction and multiple scaffolds and resources specific to each lesson.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
3rd Grade English Language Arts/General Education Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
Elmhurst , NY
2008.09 - 2018.06
- Multiple Learning Levels, Including: Top, Advanced & Proficient English Language Learners
- Provided for classroom instruction to 32 multicultural students, utilizing ReadyGEN, Go Math, and Balanced Literacy Workshop strategies
- Created lesson plans and units of study aligned to CCLS for Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science
- Implemented the use of I-Pads during instruction
- Conducted professional development to the staff/faculty about Charlotte Danielson’s assessment rubric, as well as Higher Order Questioning & Discussion Techniques
- Implemented the use of Thinking Maps in order to scaffold instruction
- Implemented the Writing Revolution Program to enhance writing skills.
- Delivered data driven instruction in order to meet the needs of children with various entry points
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Utilized classroom management and behavioral strategies with at-risk students
- Mentored new teachers in order to develop their classroom management and differentiation skills on Grade 3
- Prepared students for state-wide English Language Arts and Math examination
- Utilized Class Dojo and Remind applications as a more efficient way to communicate with parents and hold students accountable for their assignments
- Created class newsletters in English, Spanish & Chinese as a way to communicate with parents
- Provided small group and after-school mandated remedial instruction
- Integrated Interactive Smartboard and Promethean Board lessons to drive instruction and engage students
- Used special education students’ individualized education plans (IEPs) to drive instruction
- Collaborated with teachers/therapists for students with special education services
- Facilitated inclusion of the Common Core State Standards into the instructional plans and development of curriculum maps with Grade 5 teachers
- Administered and evaluated using Fountas and Pinnell running records
- Integrated The Leader in Me program into daily lesson plans
- Collaborated with the school psychologist, social worker, family worker, and service providers for evaluations, IEPs, meetings, etc
- Turn-keyed information learned from professional developments to co-workers
- Attended training for the Charlotte Danielson Assessment Rubric
- Acted as Grade Liaison to the Administration including running weekly grade meetings
- Collected and analyzed school-wide ELA and Math data
- Analyzed New York State Exam data
- Identified school’s lowest-third population in ELA and Math
- Used data analysis to support lowest-third students in AIS/RTI instruction
- Accessed school-wide assessment data through the use of Acuity
- Provided faculty with assessment and data analysis results
- Worked closely with the Principal, Assistant Principals, ESL liaison, Math and Literacy coaches to review and analyze school-wide data
Education
Master of Science - Childhood Education Grades 1-6
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY 2004.09 - 2005.06
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY 2002.01 - 2004.06
Business
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY 2000.09 - 2002.01
Skills
Google Certified
Software
Professionally trained on the use of iMovie, Clips, Apple TV, Apple Classroom, and all other iPad settings and applications.
Professionally trained on the use of School 4 One (an online educational platform)
Trained to use Smart Boards and Promethean Boards.
Professionally trained to use Google Classroom, Google Docs, Google Forms, and Google Meets.
Certification
New York State Professional Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Curriculums & Programs
- Teachers College
- ReadyGEN
- Fundations
- Writing Revolution
- Thinking Maps
- Leader in Me
- Go Math
- Envisions
- Wonders
- Balanced Literacy
- Developed and created my own curriculum that correlated with state standards
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Quote
Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.
Albert Schweitzer
Timeline
Theater Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
2021.09 - Current
4th Grade Math Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
2020.09 - 2021.06
5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
2018.09 - 2020.06
3rd Grade English Language Arts/General Education Teacher
P.S. 13Q (NYC Department Of Education)
2008.09 - 2018.06
Master of Science - Childhood Education Grades 1-6
Queens College of The City University of New York
2004.09 - 2005.06
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Queens College of The City University of New York
2002.01 - 2004.06
Business
SUNY Stony Brook
2000.09 - 2002.01
New York State Professional Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Google Certified
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