Danielle Woods
Lyndhurst
Summary
Accomplished teaching professional with over 15 years of experience in classroom support and student mentorship. Expertise in developing individualized education plans and collaborating with educators to enhance student learning outcomes. Passionate about creating a positive learning atmosphere.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Augusta County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs through tailored instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to improve academic performance.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective daily operations.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
- Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet their unique needs.
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
- Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
Teacher
Ridgeview Christian School
08.2014 - 08.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects enhancing student engagement.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance and support in curriculum implementation.
Teacher
Rockbridge Christian Academy
11.2006 - 08.2014
- Evaluated student performance and adapted instructional strategies for improved outcomes.
- Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing student interaction and learning efficiency.
- Organized school-wide events promoting community engagement and student involvement.
- Conducted professional development workshops, sharing best practices with faculty members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Ferrum College
Franklin, VA05-2006
High School Diploma -
Riverheads High School
Staunton, VA06-2001
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Computer skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Classroom support
- Student tutoring
- Student engagement
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior redirection
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
- Grading assignments
- Individual student assistance
- Material preparation
- Student supervision
- Student health and safety
- Reading and writing support
- Supervising student activities
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Small group and individual assistance
- Mentoring students
- Behavior management
- Small group instruction
- Study skills development
- Assignment grading
- CPR and first aid
- Behavior modeling
- Student safety
- Classroom technology
- Special education support
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Augusta County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Ridgeview Christian School
08.2014 - 08.2021
Teacher
Rockbridge Christian Academy
11.2006 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Ferrum College
High School Diploma -
Riverheads High School