Danielle Wagaman
Council Bluffs,IA
Summary
Enthusiastic teacher with 16+ years of experience. Adept in building relationships and positive behavior strategies to support growth in social, emotional, and academic behavior. Passion for literacy and creating a community of engaged learnings. Skilled in presenting professional development in an engaging and motivating way that encourages educators to grow their own skills. Skilled thoughtful reflection, researching education, and providing a framework for constructive conversation for young students as well as adult learners. Professional and personable with staff and students alike.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
State Coordinator
Iowa Reading Association
Ames, Iowa
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented outreach strategies to engage stakeholders in the state
- Developed and organized three webcast events for members across the state
- Promote membership and conference
- Support local councils
Elementary Teacher/Teacher Leader
Lewis Central Community School District
Council Bluffs, Iowa
08.2021 - Current
- Contributing member of the District Literacy Team
- Contributing member of the District Leadership Team
- Develop, plan, and present professional development to staff with the MTSS lead team and reading lead team
- Prepare materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- 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.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Presenter
Iowa Reading Association
Ames, IA
06.2016 - Current
- Create and present topics at the Iowa Reading Conference including writing instruction, science of reading, and engaging students in reading
- Other presentation locations include: Midlands of Iowa Reading Council meetings, Glenwood Community School District PD, Bellevue Public Schools PD
Elementary Teacher/Model Teacher/Teacher Mentor
Glenwood Community Schools
Glenwood, IA
08.2015 - Current
- Mentor new teachers through support, coaching, and modeling.
- Develop, plan, and present professional development to staff.
- Model instruction in K-2 classrooms.
- Participate in social studies and language arts curriculum committees.
- Create monthly resources for district curriculum website.
- 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.
- 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.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Instructor
Doane University
Crete, NE
06.2015 - Current
- Developed graduate level courses in literacy including writing instruction, small group reading instruction, engaging students in reading, and science of reading.
- Created syllabi, delivered graduate level course instruction, and evaluated learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
President and Past President
Iowa Reading Association
Ames, Iowa
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Organized and facilitated board meetings and strategic planning sessions for membership and future conferences
Vice President and President-Elect
Iowa Reading Association
Ames, IA
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Shadow officers in planning the Iowa Reading Conference and attend council meetings.
- Plan and run the 2021 Iowa Reading conference with Co-President Elect including the conference theme, schedule, events, and keynote speakers.
Head Girls Cross Country Coach
Glenwood Community Schools
Glenwood, IA
08.2015 - 05.2021
- High school and middle school programs.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
- Worked closely with the athletic director and assistant coach to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
Vice President and President-Elect
Midlands Of Iowa Reading Council
Glenwood, IA
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Collaborate with officers to organize and plan council meetings.
- Create fliers and newsletters.
- Host speakers and present topics at council meetings.
Elementary Teacher/Literacy Leader
Bellevue Public Schools
Bellevue , NE
08.2010 - 06.2015
- Planned and presented professional development to staff.
- Modeled literacy lessons in K-6 classroom.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Elementary Teacher
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
Lee's Summit, MO
08.2009 - 06.2010
- 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.
- 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.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Elementary Teacher
Grain Valley Schools
Grain Valley, MO
08.2008 - 06.2009
- 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.
- 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.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Doane University
Crete, NE12-2011
No Degree - Reading Specialist Endorsement
Doane University
Crete, NE12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education: Minor in Spanish
University Of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University Of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO08-2008
Skills
- Behavioral improvements
- Relationship building
- Curriculum selection
- Activity Planning
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Differentiated instruction
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Academic research
Timeline
State Coordinator
Iowa Reading Association
07.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher/Teacher Leader
Lewis Central Community School District
08.2021 - Current
President and Past President
Iowa Reading Association
07.2021 - 07.2023
Vice President and President-Elect
Iowa Reading Association
07.2018 - 07.2021
Vice President and President-Elect
Midlands Of Iowa Reading Council
08.2016 - 08.2020
Presenter
Iowa Reading Association
06.2016 - Current
Elementary Teacher/Model Teacher/Teacher Mentor
Glenwood Community Schools
08.2015 - Current
Head Girls Cross Country Coach
Glenwood Community Schools
08.2015 - 05.2021
Instructor
Doane University
06.2015 - Current
Elementary Teacher/Literacy Leader
Bellevue Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2015
Elementary Teacher
Lee's Summit R-7 School District
08.2009 - 06.2010
Elementary Teacher
Grain Valley Schools
08.2008 - 06.2009
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Doane University
No Degree - Reading Specialist Endorsement
Doane University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education: Minor in Spanish
University Of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University Of Central Missouri
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