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Education
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DANITA COSTELLO

Desoto,TX

Summary

Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help the team. Reliable and dedicated team player with a hardworking and resourceful approach.

Overview

17
years of professional experience

Work History

DallasISD

Elementary Classroom Teacher
08.2005 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Utilized study guides and interactive study tools to increase standardized test scores.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.

Education

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX

Bachelor of Science from Accounting And Business Management

Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX

Bachelor of Science from Educational Technology & Leadership
08.2019

Skills

  • Activity Planning
  • Progress Reporting
  • Special Needs Education
  • Safety Awareness
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Family Involvement

Timeline

Elementary Classroom Teacher

DallasISD
08.2005 - 10.2022

Dallas Baptist University

Bachelor of Science from Accounting And Business Management

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Bachelor of Science from Educational Technology & Leadership
DANITA COSTELLO