Dane C. Small-Danekas
Pasco,WA
Summary
Experienced educational professional with a strong record in elementary education. Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing creative lesson plans to enhance trainees' learning. Recognized for fostering a collaborative classroom environment and adapting to diverse trainees' needs through effective instructional techniques, leading to academic achievements. Additionally, brings two years of experience in the construction industry, including one year as a skilled bricklayer.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Educator
Othello School District
01.2022 - Current
- 40 hours a week
- 3 years experience
- Leadership (Multi-Lingual Committee)
- Creating WIDA Curriculum
- Planning and incorporating ML strategies district wide
- Developed personalized learning plans for students, resulting in increased academic performance and engagement.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate varying student needs and abilities successfully.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Bricklayer/laborer
Aden Masonry
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Average 40 hours plus a week
- Physical Labor
- Laying brick, measuring materials, cutting, digging, etc
WREP Volunteer
Coyote Ridge Correctional Facility
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Company Overview: WREP Volunteer
- Volunteered over 20 hours from April till June
- Worked with inmates, preparing them for their release date
- Providing mock interviews, resumes, career opportunities
- Interacting with inmates, hearing their stories and discussing societal issues
- WREP Volunteer
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained and averaged 25-35 hours weekly
- Provided quality childcare
- Promote children's emotional and intellectual growth
- Develop children's aptitudes to become leaders in society
Education
Undergraduate in Early Education (K-8)
Heritage University
01.2025
Associates of Arts | AA -
Columbia Basin Community College
09.2019
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom management
Accomplishments
- Improved test scores by 18% by reworking approach.
- Collaborated with team of four in the development of students' literacy.
- Oversaw 26 students per class.
- Help facilitate district wide English Language Learning improvements by implementing curriculum and strategies for teachers.
Awards
- President's Honor Roll, 09/01/17
- Dean's List, 03/01/18
- Honor Roll, 12/01/20
- WREP Certificate
- Volunteer award
Endorsements
- ELL Endorsed
- K-8
Certification
- Early Childhood Education Certification - Washington State Department of Education.
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Certification -Washington State Department of Education.
Timeline
5th Grade Educator
Othello School District
01.2022 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
01.2021 - 01.2022
Bricklayer/laborer
Aden Masonry
01.2019 - 01.2020
WREP Volunteer
Coyote Ridge Correctional Facility
04.2018 - 06.2018
Associates of Arts | AA -
Columbia Basin Community College
Undergraduate in Early Education (K-8)
Heritage University
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