Hi, I’m
Daniel DeShazer
Summary
Creative Writer with eye for detail and passion for crafting stories. Skilled in utilizing new techniques and keeping up with latest trends in writing.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
ASU Preparatory Academy
Full Time High School English Instructor
09.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Anzi Presents
Chief Creative Officer
01.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Steered design practice with vision and in-depth understanding of business goals and objectives.
- Strategized and led creative brainstorms involving executives, business leaders and marketing leads.
- Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
- Drove design process using creative viewpoint and clear direction.
- Participated in deep dives and experience reviews with cross-functional teams to propel design decisions.
- Determined core problem areas to successfully address creative briefs or ambiguous situations.
Education Services, Inc
Part Time Substitute Teacher
01.2020 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Took on responsibilities of absent teachers and maintained desired educational trajectory
- Acted as a connection between student activities and teacher expectations
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Utilized programs such as Zoom and Google Hangouts to maintain classroom regulations during COVID-19 required quarantines.
NAU Housing and Residence Life
Resident Housing Assistant
05.2017 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Assisted in the overall management, operation and effectiveness of the Summer Program: facilitated over 400 student check in/out procedures and managed front desk hospitality, and conducted building rounds at beginning and end of closing desk shifts in order to create a safe environment
- Acted as a mediator in conflict situations when needed (i.e. Roommate conflicts, floor disputes conflicts, etc.) and reported student concerns to the appropriate departments (i.e., Title IX) where they were effectively resolved)
- Utilized programs such as PeopleSoft and StarRez to provide available information to appropriate residents, and keep necessary information confidential.
- Met with housing residents and landlords to answer questions, address concerns and clarify policies and procedures.
- Maintained database of housing resources, landlords and management companies.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
- Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
Education
Arizona State UniversityTempe, Arizona
No Degree from Secondary Education
05.2024
Northern Arizona University (NAU)Flagstaff, Arizona
Bachelor of Arts from English
05.2019
University Overview
- Lumberjack Scholarship Recipient
- Knight of Northwind Sabers
- Capstone Project: Writing Portfolio, Lead Writer of a 100+ page anthology.
- Certificate in Creative Writing
Desert Edge High SchoolGoodyear, Arizona
05.2015
University Overview
- GPA: 3.2
- Completed AP course in English
- Relevant Coursework: Creative Writing
- Edge Drumline Core Member
Skills
- Creative Writing
- Creative Team Leadership
- Creative Collaboration
- Document Editing
- Content Creation
- Office 365 Expertise
- Lesson Planning and Implementation
- Literary Analysis
- Group Instruction
- Idea Brainstorming
- Content Development
Major Achievements
- 2024, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, 3.1
- 2019, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona, 3.1, Certificate in Creative Writing
- Desert Edge High School, Goodyear, Arizona, 3.2
Clifton Strengths
- Connectedness
- Belief
- Realtor
- Restorative
- Individualization
Hobbies
Community Event Coordinator - Player and Game Master
- Meet with peers weekly for creativity and conflict resolution exercises and learn quickly to assess the proper tools to resolve situations appropriately.
- Lead peers twice monthly by researching and preparing theoretical situations and conflicts with team building and problem solving techniques to achieve a group goal.
Timeline
Full Time High School English Instructor
ASU Preparatory Academy
09.2021 - Current
Part Time Substitute Teacher
Education Services, Inc
01.2020 - 09.2021
Chief Creative Officer
Anzi Presents
01.2018 - Current
Resident Housing Assistant
NAU Housing and Residence Life
05.2017 - 05.2019
Arizona State University
No Degree from Secondary Education
Northern Arizona University (NAU)
Bachelor of Arts from English