Danielle Hilliard
Newark
Summary
Accomplished Elementary Teacher, successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Orange Board Of Education
2023.08 - Current
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and foster an inclusive classroom environment.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering their involvement in their child''s education.
- Increased student engagement by implementing hands-on activities and cooperative learning opportunities.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, guiding instructional decisions to improve academic outcomes.
- Consistently met or exceeded district expectations for student growth and achievement on standardized assessments.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment.
Elementary Teacher, Second and Third Grades
Newark Public Schools
2016.09 - Current
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Leaguers Incorporated
2015.01 - 2016.06
- Planned and prepared activities for 3 year old students.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
- Administered assessments for each child and tracked results.
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - African Studies
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05.2011
Skills
- Test and Assignment Evaluation
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Expectation Management
- Materials Sourcing
- Common Core Standards
- Benchmark Setting
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Orange Board Of Education
2023.08 - Current
Elementary Teacher, Second and Third Grades
Newark Public Schools
2016.09 - Current
Preschool Lead Teacher
Leaguers Incorporated
2015.01 - 2016.06
Bachelor of Arts - African Studies
William Paterson University of New Jersey
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