Daniella Kola
Jamaica,United States
Summary
Motivated and passionate history teacher with an earned degree from Queens College in Secondary Education in History. Experience includes student teaching with a focus being classroom instruction, differentiated learning, and classroom management. Known for setting clear goals and setting an inclusive learning environment. Strong background in customer service roles such as a waitress, sales associate, and receptionist. Able to demonstrate exceptional communication and relationship-building skills. Motivated to bring passion, enthusiasm, and dedication to an educating position and contribute to students' academic growth and development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Challenge Charter Middle School
11.2024 - Current
- Encouraged active learning by creating lessons and projects to engage problem-solving and creative abilities.
- Employed variety of teaching strategies and instructional techniques to meet different aptitudes and interests of students.
- Communicated effectively with community, families and students to promote academic achievement and accomplish curriculum mission.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to students on child care, nutrition and food science.
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST
Maxime Fitness
04.2023 - Current
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Increased guest retention by maintaining a welcoming and organized reception area.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified the supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
STUDENT TEACHING
J.H.S. 217 Robert A. Van Wyck
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Completed my Student Teaching experience here
- Taught two classes of U.S. History to 8th graders
CASHIER
GardenWorld
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
STUDENT TEACHING
Hillcrest High School
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Completed my ICE experience here
- Taught an 11th grade U.S. History class and assisted in teaching a 10th grade Global class
WAITRESS/SERVER
Bishop Loughlin Retreat House
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
- Provided timely tableside assistance to guests requiring additional condiments or utensils.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - SECONDARY EDUCATION IN HISTORY
CUNY Queens College
Flushing, United States09.2023
MASTER OF SCIENCE - SECONDARY EDUCATION (MSED)
Cuny Queens College
Flushing, NY04.2025
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
The Mary Louis Academy
06.2019
Skills
- Self Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Classroom Instruction
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Positive Learning Environment
- Positive Reinforcement
Certification
- Education All Students (EAS), 07/23
- Social Studies Content Area Test (CST), 04/24
Student Teaching
- Hillcrest High School, 10/22, 12/22, Queens, NY, Completed my ICE experience here. Taught an 11th grade U.S. History class and assisted in teaching a 10th grade Global class.
- J.H.S. 217 Robert A. Van Wyck, 01/23, 05/23, Queens, NY, Completed my Student Teaching experience here. Taught two classes of U.S. History to 8th graders.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Albanian
Professional Working
Timeline
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Challenge Charter Middle School
11.2024 - Current
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST
Maxime Fitness
04.2023 - Current
STUDENT TEACHING
J.H.S. 217 Robert A. Van Wyck
01.2023 - 05.2023
STUDENT TEACHING
Hillcrest High School
10.2022 - 12.2022
CASHIER
GardenWorld
02.2021 - 01.2023
WAITRESS/SERVER
Bishop Loughlin Retreat House
02.2016 - 04.2017
MASTER OF SCIENCE - SECONDARY EDUCATION (MSED)
Cuny Queens College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
The Mary Louis Academy
BACHELOR OF ARTS - SECONDARY EDUCATION IN HISTORY
CUNY Queens College
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