Danielle Suppa
Webster,NY
Summary
Dedicated educator specializing in curriculum development and community engagement. Implements data-driven strategies to address diverse student needs and enhance teaching practices. Fosters inclusive learning environments and promotes professional development. Focused on improving processes and workflows to benefit teams in fast-paced settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SEL Liaison - Stronger Connections Grant
East Irondequoit Central School District
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with educators to implement programs that addressed student needs and aligned with educational goals.
- Facilitated professional development sessions for faculty, resulting in enhanced teaching strategies.
- Supported educators in program implementation in creating structures that enhanced family engagement and participation.
- Coordinated meetings and events to promote school initiatives and foster community involvement, which increased stakeholder engagement.
- Collected and analyzed data aligned with school and district objectives.
- Developed training materials to improve operational procedures and practices.
- Participated in training sessions on character strong and CASEL to enhance educational skills.
- Maintained accurate records of interactions to ensure information flow within the district.
Second Grade Teacher - ICT & General Education
East Irondequoit Central School District
09.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented lessons aligned with IEP and 504 plans to address varied learning needs.
- Collaborated with special education teacher to support diverse learners' academic success in inclusive classroom.
- Adapted district-approved curriculum to meet specific requirements of an academically diverse classroom.
- Assessed student progress and customized instruction based on individual learning needs.
- Collected and analyzed data refining instructional practices to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Worked closely with second-grade team, co-teachers, and service providers for holistic support.
- Established safe, respectful environment fostering emotional and academic growth for all students.
- Fostered strong home-school connections enhancing student support and engagement.
Literacy Specialist - Long Term Substitute
Penfield Central School District
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Established safe learning environment using research-based instructional strategies to enhance student learning and address diverse needs.
- Transitioned from virtual instruction of whole class ELA for fourth and fifth grades to in-person small groups for grades K-5, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to enhance student learning, contributing to improved academic growth and achievement.
- Developed hands-on, interactive lessons that engaged students across all grade levels.
- Created lessons based on students’ in-class curriculum, Superkids.
- Used a variety of methods and systems to assess the whole student.
- Supported learning in Second Grade classrooms by assisting teachers with instructional activities. to support in-class learning.
Head Fourth Grade Teacher
All Saints Episcopal Day School
06.2015 - 08.2020
- Planned and implemented creative, standards-aligned lessons featuring hands-on activities.
- Fostered positive learning environments through research-based strategies, enhancing engagement for diverse learners.
- Instructed diverse learners in core elementary classes, fostering inclusivity and increasing engagement.
- Emphasized interactive activities and real-life applications to enhance lesson relevance.
- Developed project-based learning opportunities, including academic choice and innovative challenges.
- Set attainable goals for each student, offering constructive feedback to boost strengths and address weaknesses.
- Provided individualized after-school support, enabling students to overcome challenges in core material.
- Integrated technology into curriculum and collaborated with peers to enhance instructional effectiveness and boost student engagement.
Elementary Team Leader
All Saints Episcopal Day School
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led educational initiatives that increased student engagement and enriched learning experiences.
- Mentored teachers, resulting in improved instructional strategies and enhanced classroom management skills.
- Coordinated team meetings to align goals and facilitate sharing of best practices among staff.
- Facilitated monthly division team meetings to enhance curriculum mapping and advance school initiatives.
Founder, President, and Educational Director
Learning Fun in Hoboken
Hoboken, USA
06.2011 - 06.2016
- Established company that connected families with qualified babysitters and tutors in Hoboken, improving access to reliable childcare.
- Created educational summer day camp for children in Hoboken, fostering learning and social skills during summer months.
- Conducted quality interviews for babysitters and tutors, ensuring high standards for family placements.
- Developed payroll process that streamlined employee compensation management and ensured timely payments.
Academic Enrichment Teacher
All Saints Episcopal Day School
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Created enrichment and remedial materials for grades 1-8, enhancing instructional effectiveness.
- Collaborated with teachers to support students in classrooms and during literacy and math interventions for grades 1-8.
- Developed and implemented middle school after-school program, engaging students in skill-building activities and enhancing social interaction.
- Administered Fountas and Pinnell reading assessments for grades 1-4, delivering scored results and explanatory resources to teachers each trimester.
- Developed curriculum for classes including computers, community time, and debate.
- Designed professional development and instructional differentiation materials, equipping teachers with resources to enhance student learning.
- Managed learning profiles for students with service plans, ensuring tailored support to meet individual educational needs.
- Managed communication processes between private assistance companies and All Saints to ensure effective collaboration.
Lead Teacher and Curriculum Developer
HomeSchool Montessori
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Developed engaging lessons integrating Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and traditional teaching methods to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Created assessments to evaluate preschooler learning outcomes, guiding instructional adjustments and promoting individual growth.
- Established classroom-parent relationships through interactive website and individualized conferences, enhancing communication and collaboration.
Member of Mercier Literacy Program
Rochester City School #9
Rochester, USA
09.2008 - 04.2009
- Collaborated with teachers to deliver engaging lessons that support student learning.
- Evaluated reading levels of students to tailor instructional strategies.
- Executed day-to-day duties with accuracy and efficiency to support program objectives.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions to improve team collaboration and program outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product and service-related issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education, Childhood Education, Social Studies
SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NY01-2006
Masters in Education - Literacy
Nazareth University
Rochester, NY01-2008
Skills
- Training development
- Program implementation
- Community engagement
- Technology integration
- Program evaluation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving skills
- Performance reporting
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft 365 proficiency
- Curriculum development
- Creative lesson planning
- Curriculum adaptation
- Developmentally appropriate activities
- IEP development
- Classroom management
Certification
- New York State Professional Certification, Elementary Education, Grades 1-6
- New York State Professional Certification, Literacy Specialist, Birth-Grade 6
- New Jersey State Standard Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education, Grades K-5
Professional Development
- LETRS I & II
- Foundations of Effective Reading Instruction: Understanding the Science of Reading, 2023
- NYS Computer Science & Digital Fluency Summer Institute - Gr K - 8 (Smart Start), 2022
- NJAIS Leadership Institute Participant, 2019-2020
- Women in Colonial Times - New York Historical Society, 2019
- NGSS Workshops, 2018-2019
- Social Media and Cyberbullying - Stefanie Schwartz, Esq., 09/17
- Kidpower: Skills for a Lifetime of Safety, 08/17
- Report Card Maker Training, 08/17
- The Responsive Classroom Course for Elementary Educators, 08/17
- ASEDS Faculty Retreat and Artistic Exploration Planning, Lambertville, NJ, 07/17
- Bureau of Education and Research: Strategies for Reaching 'I Don't Care' and Underperforming Students, 12/16
- Handwriting Without Tears
- Keyboarding Without Tears Workshop, 11/16
- The Life Skills Summit: Health, Wellness, and Steps to Stronger Learning Communities - NJAIS Biennial Conference, 10/16
- Run, Hide, Fight Training with Joe Pangaro, 08/16-2019
- NJAIS Instructional Skills Workshop: Differentiating Instruction to Better Meet Our Student’s Needs, 08/15
- Project Learning Tree - American Forest Foundation, 08/15
- Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Learning: Full STEAM Ahead - NJAIS Biennial Conference, 10/14
- Harry Wong: Classroom Management: The Key to Every Successful Classroom, 08/14
- ZenTangle Training/Smart Board training, 08/14
- SAVE and Child abuse workshop
Timeline
SEL Liaison - Stronger Connections Grant
East Irondequoit Central School District
01.2024 - Current
Second Grade Teacher - ICT & General Education
East Irondequoit Central School District
09.2021 - Current
Literacy Specialist - Long Term Substitute
Penfield Central School District
03.2021 - 06.2021
Elementary Team Leader
All Saints Episcopal Day School
01.2018 - 01.2020
Head Fourth Grade Teacher
All Saints Episcopal Day School
06.2015 - 08.2020
Academic Enrichment Teacher
All Saints Episcopal Day School
08.2013 - 06.2015
Lead Teacher and Curriculum Developer
HomeSchool Montessori
08.2011 - 08.2013
Founder, President, and Educational Director
Learning Fun in Hoboken
06.2011 - 06.2016
Member of Mercier Literacy Program
Rochester City School #9
09.2008 - 04.2009
Bachelor of Science - Education, Childhood Education, Social Studies
SUNY Fredonia
Masters in Education - Literacy
Nazareth University