DANIELLE BALLARD
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated elementary education professional with a strong foundation in creating nurturing and inclusive learning environments. Proven ability to engage young learners through differentiated instruction and innovative lesson planning. Holds Georgia Educator Certificate and endorsements in Urban Education and ESOL. Committed to fostering students' academic and social growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pre-K Teacher
City Schools of Decatur
Decatur, GA
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated student achievement through targeted support, contributing to an average SGP exceeding 70%.
- Implemented age-appropriate curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated daily classroom activities, promoting social and emotional development.
- Engaged with parents to share insights on student progress and address concerns.
- Fostered a safe, inclusive classroom environment, ensuring all students felt valued and supported.
TEACHER
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Snellville, USA
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Developed dynamic lesson plans, integrating interactive learning and modern teaching methods, to engage students.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment for optimal student learning.
- Collaborated with parents, colleagues, and students to support student development and address concerns.
- Led first-grade team initiatives to enhance group instruction effectiveness.
TEACHING INTERN
First Step Teacher Internship
Atlanta, USA
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Adapted hybrid teaching plans to enhance engagement for in-person and remote learners.
- Applied classroom management techniques to create a positive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
SPELMAN COLLEGE
Atlanta, GA05-2021
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Team collaboration
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
- Georgia Educator Certificate (Elementary Education)
- Urban Education Endorsement
- ESOL Endorsement
Timeline
Lead Pre-K Teacher
City Schools of Decatur
07.2024 - Current
TEACHER
Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2021 - 07.2024
TEACHING INTERN
First Step Teacher Internship
08.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
SPELMAN COLLEGE