Dannette Sargent
Fort Madison
Summary
B.A. Language and Literature/Psychology
I am a highly motivated person with a strong work ethic. I am extremely adaptable, working well solo or in a group setting. I work very efficiently and effectively in remote positions. I have 8+ years of experience in education. I have impeccable communication skills with a highly collaborative mindset. I have always been promoted or received high employee evaluations in all of my past positions. My skills are very versatile, and I am always eager to take on new challenges. I am confident that my education and experience have prepared me to bring value, insight, and success to your company.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher/Special Education Paraprofessional
Fort Madison Community School District
Fort Madison
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Facilitated discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement.
- Worked one on one with children with disabilities and behavior disorders
- Created curriculum and implemented strategies specially designed for students
- Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Administered tests and assessments according to school guidelines.
- Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers when necessary.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Graded student assignments and exams and discussed results.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
Paraprofessional
Central Lee Community School District
Donnellson
08.2012 - 01.2016
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Developed detailed inventory of equipment and school supplies.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to the development of educational plans.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
- Conducted reading and math interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
Daycare Teacher/Owner
The Spotted Zebra
Montrose
05.2009 - 07.2011
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders when needed.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with early childhood education practices.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Adapted teaching methods to suit different learning abilities and styles within the classroom.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Modified teaching strategies and techniques to meet the individual needs of children with diverse learning styles.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
Tutor/Advisor
Midwest Academy School
Keokuk
10.2006 - 03.2009
- Guided students, teaching methods for working assignments and determining correct solutions.
- Recommended supplementary books, software, and other learning materials
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
- Lead Creative Writing and other writing intensive courses
- Educational instruction across multiple grade levels and subjects
- Group advisor-managed small groups, monitored progress, and implemented student directed needs
- Student advisor-advised senior students on prospective continuing education opportunities, as well as college research and applications
- Student advocate
- Prepared students for standardized testing, ACT exams, and advanced courses
- Created and implemented individual lesson plans based on student learning style
- Assisted at-risk youth in identifying and addressing areas of need, including educational achievement and social development
- Conducted assessments of at-risk youth's strengths and weaknesses to determine appropriate interventions
- Counseled individuals or groups on problem solving techniques
- Guided students through transition to independent living within the community
- Developed personalized tutoring strategies to improve students' academic performance in subjects such as math, science, and English.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to align tutoring strategies with classroom objectives.
- Provided comprehensive feedback on student progress, including areas for improvement and successes.
- Individual instruction, met with students one on one
- Lead Creative Writing and other intensive courses
- Group advisor-managed small groups, monitored
Special Education Paraprofessional
Nauvoo Community School District
Nauvoo
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Administered assessments as directed by teachers or other school personnel.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Tutored neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
- Developed assignments for pupils to apply learning.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Participated in meetings with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, outside agencies regarding student's progress.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Sargent Auction
Keokuk
08.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed sales receipts and orders, prepared sales contracts, and executed general office organization tasks
- Compiled and mailed invoices or checks
- Copied, sorted, and filed records of office activities and business transactions
- Operated office equipment such as copiers, scanners, facsimile machines, and personal computers
- Answered phone calls and performed banking transactions
- Opened, sorted, and routed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail
- Organized, wrote, and published sales bills for personal estate and real estate auctions in local community publishing sources and social media outlets
- Handled formal and informal correspondence and other documents.
Server
The Hawkeye Restaurant
Keokuk
01.2002 - 07.2002
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Writing Lab Assistant
Truman State University Mail Room Service
Kirksville
08.1997 - 05.2000
- Recorded and reported test results accurately according to established procedures
- Inventoried equipment for Y2K
- Tutored students in Language Arts and essay writing
- Monitored students using equipment and troubleshooting
- Managed schedule for lab employees
Maintenance Clerk
Keokuk Ferro-Sil
Keokuk
05.1997 - 08.1997
- Trained new staff on file management systems and best practices.
- Scanned, indexed, and archived documents, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Typed, formatted and edited correspondence and other documents.
- Performed routine audits of files and records to maintain accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining completed projects or services rendered.
- Handled sensitive documents with discretion, adhering to confidentiality agreements.
- Retrieved requested files and delivered to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually or using computer.
- Worked closely with contractors who provided services for the facility's upkeep.
- Monitored and ordered office supplies necessary for filing and record-keeping activities.
- Provided administrative support as needed, including data entry and document preparation.
- Pulled files for staff, management and third-party requests.
- Assisted in the transition from paper to digital filing systems, including scanning and categorizing documents.
- Coordinated with IT department to troubleshoot and resolve issues in the digital filing system.
- Scanned and filed forms, reports, correspondence and receipts.
- Sorted and distributed incoming mail, dispersing to appropriate departments and personnel.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from tenants or customers when needed.
- Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.
- Opened, sorted and routed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail.
- Prepared for tutoring appointments by learning about key topics and planning out structured activities
- Worked closely with students to enhance their writing skills
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connections with new lessons
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans, and assess progress
- Coached students in study skills, note-taking, organization, and time management
- Communicated student progress to students, parents, or teachers in written progress reports, in person, or by phone
- Created and implemented individual lesson plans based on student learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL07-2023
Associate of Arts - English
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO05-2000
Skills
- Prepared for tutoring appointments
- Learning about key topics
- Planning out structured activities
- Enhancing writing skills
- Reviewing and understanding previous lessons
- Advising and Teaching
- Curriculum development
- Making connections with new lessons
- Collaborating with parents and teachers
- Determining student needs
- Developing tutoring plans
- Coaching students in study skills
- Note-taking
- Organization
- Time management
- Communicating student progress
- Providing positive reinforcement
- Motivating students
- Creating and implementing individual lesson plans
- Managing office activities
- Operating office equipment
- Handling banking transactions
- Managing incoming and outgoing mail
- Organizing and publishing sales bills
- Proficient in English language skills
- Proficient in child development
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Creative lesson planning
- Lesson implementation
- Adaptable
- Effective communication
- Learning strategies
- Individualized care
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Student engagement
- Complex Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson plan development
- Professionalism
Timeline
Substitute Teacher/Special Education Paraprofessional
Fort Madison Community School District
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Central Lee Community School District
08.2012 - 01.2016
Daycare Teacher/Owner
The Spotted Zebra
05.2009 - 07.2011
Tutor/Advisor
Midwest Academy School
10.2006 - 03.2009
Special Education Paraprofessional
Nauvoo Community School District
08.2004 - 05.2005
Sargent Auction
08.2002 - 01.2005
Server
The Hawkeye Restaurant
01.2002 - 07.2002
Writing Lab Assistant
Truman State University Mail Room Service
08.1997 - 05.2000
Maintenance Clerk
Keokuk Ferro-Sil
05.1997 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Arts - English
Western Illinois University
Associate of Arts - English
Truman State University