Danielle Lajoie
Schenectady,USA
Summary
Enthusiastic and devoted Foreign Language Teacher with excellent communication skills demonstrated over 10 years of teaching experience. Native French Speaker with fluency in Spanish; specializes in managing students and maximizing learning opportunities in diverse classroom settings. Extensive teaching experience abroad(Department of Defense Dependent Schools)
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Teacher
Saratoga Springs City School District
09.2024 - Current
- Taught Fr 2, Fr 3
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
Substitute Teacher
Guilderland High School
09.2014 - Current
- Follows lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Develops strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
French Teacher
North Salem Central School District
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Taught AP French, French 4, Fr 2
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Developed and implemented AP French curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
- Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs
- Created thought-provoking classroom activities to promote target language proficiency
Foreign Language Teacher
Northeastern Clinton Central School
09.2005 - 06.2008
- Taught French 1, French 2 and Spanish 1
- Created positive classroom environment for speaking in target language
- Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
- Developed and implemented full French curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
Education
Master of Science - Education
SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NYBachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature
SUNY Albany
Albany, NYCertification
- Permanent Certification in Elementary Education
- Permanent Certification in French 7-12
- Permanent Certification in Spanish 7-12
Professional Profile
- Offers extensive experience working outside United State:3 years in England and 4 years in Japan
- Overseas education University of Nantes France
- Assisted in Coordinating DODDS-sponsored Foreign Language Festival for Japan District
- Exceptional performance rating (DODDS)
- Attended AP French training@ St Johnsbury Academy
- Experienced Tutor in helping students achieve academic goals
Timeline
French Teacher
Saratoga Springs City School District
09.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Guilderland High School
09.2014 - Current
French Teacher
North Salem Central School District
09.2008 - 06.2010
Foreign Language Teacher
Northeastern Clinton Central School
09.2005 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature
SUNY Albany
Master of Science - Education
SUNY New Paltz
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