Danny Minks
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Energetic educator and leader pursuing advanced knowledge and experience to further improve the lives of current and future Arizonans.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Head, Social Studies
Ingleside Middle School
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2022 - Current
- Communicate with social studies department regarding departmental topics, testing, policy changes, upcoming events, training, and district-wide updates.
- Attend leadership meetings to discuss current school events, address issues, and brainstorm new or improved policy.
- Lead professional development courses.
- Provide mentorship to members of social studies department.
- Collaborate cross-departmentally on school-wide initiatives.
Teacher, Social Studies
Ingleside Middle School
Scottsdale, AZ
07.2020 - Current
- Create lesson plans to deliver curriculum in accordance with AZ Department of Ed standards for 7th and 8th grade social studies.
- Maintain frequent communication with parents and students regarding grades, assessments, and upcoming events and information.
- Brainstorm and carry out interactive activities to enhance subject matter.
- Incorporate technology to enhance learning environment and track course progress.
- Conduct parent teacher conferences to discuss student performance and behavior.
- Develop and administer assessments for each unit.
Student Teacher
Westwood High School
08.2019 - 12.2019
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education (History)
Arizona State University
Tempe12.2019
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Gilbert, AZ05.2015
Eagle Scout -
Boy Scouts of America
Gilbert, AZ01.2011
Timeline
Department Head, Social Studies
Ingleside Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Teacher, Social Studies
Ingleside Middle School
07.2020 - Current
Student Teacher
Westwood High School
08.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education (History)
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Eagle Scout -
Boy Scouts of America