Danielle DeLaCruz
Downers Grove,IL
Summary
Experienced K-5 tech-savvy innovator, with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in creating classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards using technology to enhance the student learning environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Classroom Teacher (ELL)
District 45- Ardmore Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
- Proves a structure welcoming learning environment that cultivates positive relationship between peers and staff
- Utilized established curriculum to create meaningful and engaging lessons for ALL learners
- Continuously analyzing data to drive instruction and meet diverse learning needs and challenges
- Integrates technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning and engagement
- Challenge advanced math learners from mixed classrooms
- Reinforce positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
- Effective communicator and partner to parents in student learning
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher (ELL)
Addison District 4- Stone Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Created and utilized teacher created thematic cross- curricular units of study
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using a variety of strategies
- Implemented guided math, and reading/ writing workshops to increase student learning
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, and team
- Implemented a variety of behavioral management systems to help motivate, build respect, and create a positive learning environment
- Administer ACCESS Testing
4th Grade Teacher
Addison District 4- Lake Park Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Created and utilized teacher created thematic cross- curricular units of study
- Fostered a positive, supportive learning environment for academic, social, and emotional growth and inclusive learning environments
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, and team
- Created and maintained a positive and inclusive classroom culture that fostered collaboration and respect among students.
Long-term Substitute 2nd Grade
CUSD 308- Wolf's Crossing Elementary School
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Created engaging Common Core lessons for diverse TPI class
Daily Substitute
Oswego CUSD 308
12.2013 - 05.2014
- Numerous assignments in grades K - 5 at various schools
Practicum Experience - Fourth Grade
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
01.2013
- Developed/taught multi-activity lesson on ecosystems guiding students in creating individual study guides and motivating participation with customized educational 'Jeopardy' type game for review
Practicum Experience - Fourth Grade
Spring Brook Elementary School
01.2013
- Developed lesson involving students' active participation in mock store activity for an engaging and effective meaningful learning experience
Practicum Experience - Third Grade
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
01.2013
- Developed/taught integrated lesson (i.e
- Social studies, reading, and writing) on how a bill becomes a law
- Developed meaningful learning activity engaging students in developing their own bill with a presentation to the principal for 'presidential' signature
Practicum Experience - Second Grade (Bilingual)
Charles Reed Elementary School
01.2013 - 03.2013
- Developed/taught multiple interactive lessons effectively incorporating language arts with math and science content
- Developed/taught thematic unit by creating SIOP lesson plans incorporating science, math, and language arts
- Employed cooperative learning strategies with hands-on activities to engage the wide range of diversity in learners
- Developed SIOP lesson on marsh habitat incorporating grade level science content with reading materials appropriate for the varied ELP levels
- Provided opportunity to learn/practice multiple language arts skills
Practicum Experience - Kindergarten
Robert E. Clow Elementary School
01.2013
- Developed/taught multiple engaging Common Core SmartBoard lessons: letters/sounds and high-frequency words
Tennis Instructor
Courts Plus- Elmhurst Park District
06.2013 - 08.2013
Tennis Instructor
Villa Park- Park District
06.2012 - 08.2013
Volunteer Summer Tennis Instructor
Willowbrook High School
06.2011 - Current
Attendee
DuPage Valley Mathematics Conference
03.2012
Student Teacher - Fourth Grade
CUSD 200- Johnson Elementary School
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Designed standards based lesson to meet diverse learner's needs
- Collaborated within a PLC to address a range of specific learning needs
Education
Master of Education - Educational Technology
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN06-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
North Central College
Naperville, IL06.2013
Associate of Arts - Education
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL08.2010
Skills
- Differentiation specialist focused on diverse learning needs
- Diverse curriculum knowledge
- Strategic technology implementation
- Development of curriculum and planning
- Facilitator of Social-Emotional Development
- Efficient and effective in data management
- Formative and summative assessment Strategies
- Effective classroom management
- Efficient participant in PLC
- Experience in PDSA Cycles
- WIDA Standards Application
- Solution orientated
- Student centered
Certification
- Professional Educator License, K - 9
- Social Science Endorsement
- English Language Learning Endorsement
Extra Curricular Activities
- Multi-Lingual Learner School Committee
- Participant in the math pilot curriculum committee
- Member, Future Teachers Club (FTC), Elgin Community College
- Athlete, National Junior College Athletic Association, Tennis Champion
- Volunteer Tennis Instructor, Willowbrook High School Summer Tennis Camps- Since 2011
Timeline
4th Grade Classroom Teacher (ELL)
District 45- Ardmore Elementary School
08.2017 - Current
2nd Grade Classroom Teacher (ELL)
Addison District 4- Stone Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2017
4th Grade Teacher
Addison District 4- Lake Park Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2015
Long-term Substitute 2nd Grade
CUSD 308- Wolf's Crossing Elementary School
01.2014 - 04.2014
Daily Substitute
Oswego CUSD 308
12.2013 - 05.2014
Tennis Instructor
Courts Plus- Elmhurst Park District
06.2013 - 08.2013
Practicum Experience - Fourth Grade
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
01.2013
Practicum Experience - Fourth Grade
Spring Brook Elementary School
01.2013
Practicum Experience - Third Grade
Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School
01.2013
Practicum Experience - Second Grade (Bilingual)
Charles Reed Elementary School
01.2013 - 03.2013
Practicum Experience - Kindergarten
Robert E. Clow Elementary School
01.2013
Student Teacher - Fourth Grade
CUSD 200- Johnson Elementary School
01.2013 - 06.2013
Tennis Instructor
Villa Park- Park District
06.2012 - 08.2013
Attendee
DuPage Valley Mathematics Conference
03.2012
Volunteer Summer Tennis Instructor
Willowbrook High School
06.2011 - Current
Master of Education - Educational Technology
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
North Central College
Associate of Arts - Education
Elgin Community College
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