Dana Danielle Vasquez
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student engagement, developing innovative curriculum, and coaching faculty and staff. Skilled in leading educational programs from kindergarten through secondary levels. Possesses strong communication skills, adaptability, and strategic planning abilities that have contributed to successful school operations and enhanced learning environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Teacher
LEAP Learning Center
Tustin, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal evaluations to inform instruction.
- Established training program objectives and created related curricula and learning materials.
- Worked directly with many students either individually or in small groups.
- Designed and delivered comprehensive literacy instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings.
Head of School
Fairmont Schools
San Juan Capistrano, CA
06.2020 - 01.2024
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the school by delegating tasks among faculty members.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, parents and students.
- Upheld commitment to educational excellence by promoting and establishing atmosphere of mutual respect and trust between students, faculty and parents.
- Organized professional development activities for teachers to enhance their skillsets.
Assistant Principal, Faculty Development
Bishop Amat Memorial High School
La Puente, CA
07.2017 - 06.2020
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
- Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
Assistant Head of School
Rosary Academy
Fullerton, CA
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Facilitated the hiring process for new faculty members by conducting interviews and evaluating resumes.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Planned and led professional development activities for teachers, administrators and support staff.
Education
Master of Arts - English
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2007
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-1997
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA06-1995
Skills
- Fluency instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Individualized learning
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Student discipline
- Academic administration
- Faculty development
- Performance evaluations
- School culture
- Technology integrations
- School safety and security
Certification
- Single Subject Teaching Credential, Engish
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Timeline
Literacy Teacher
LEAP Learning Center
09.2024 - Current
Head of School
Fairmont Schools
06.2020 - 01.2024
Assistant Principal, Faculty Development
Bishop Amat Memorial High School
07.2017 - 06.2020
Assistant Head of School
Rosary Academy
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Single Subject Teaching Credential, Engish
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Master of Arts - English
California State University, Fullerton
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Fullerton College
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