Daurian Hogan
Canton,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Gifted and Talented teacher committed to encouraging creativity and higher-order thinking to increase student performance. Resourceful and energetic professional with 19 years of experience preparing class activities, monitoring academic performance, and developing lesson plans. Track record of fostering academic excellence through differentiated instruction and critical thinking exercises.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Cobb County School District
08.2017 - Current
- Balanced individual and group instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles.
- Prepared and distributed progress reports and report cards using Cobb Teaching and Learning System (CTLS).
- Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate positive learning experience for over 100 students.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect among students.
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Administered and graded tests, homework and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Utilized pre-made and self-made assessments to determine student weaknesses and strengths.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans, focusing on individual student needs and learning styles for maximum growth.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring each student''s unique needs were met and promoting academic success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current with educational trends and best practices in education.
- Served as an advocate for gifted learners within the school community by promoting awareness of their unique needs and challenges.
- Used Office 365 and TEAMS to maintain proper documentation of student files, portfolios, and records.
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers through regular communication about student progress and goals.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Pitner Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Balanced individual and group instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles.
- Prepared and distributed progress reports and report cards using Microsoft Word.
- Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate positive learning experience for over 55 students.
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Mentored struggling students, providing personalized support and guidance to improve academic performance.
- Administered and graded tests, homework and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring each student''s unique needs were met and promoting academic success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current with educational trends and best practices in gifted education.
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers through regular communication about student progress and goals.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Teacher
Pitner Elementary School
08.2006 - 05.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Mercer University
Macon, GA05-2023
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (P-5)
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2005
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Collaborative learning
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Gifted education strategies
- Twice-exceptional support
- Social-emotional learning
- Gifted advocacy
- Gifted identification
Certification
- Microsoft Office Certification
School Involvement
- Building Leadership Team 2019-2023
- Curriculum Task Force Member 2024-25
- Cobb County Teacher Leader 2017-2018
- Substitute Nurse 2023-2025
- After School Math Tutor (3rd and 5th grades) 2023, 2024
- Mabry Middle School Inventure Judge 2025
- Science Olympiad Coach 2018, 2025
- Math Olympiad Coach 2019
- F.E.A.S.T. Club Leader 2024
Professional Memberships
Professional Association for Georgia Educators (PAGE) Member 2024-current
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) Member 2022- current
National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) 2022-current
National Council for Teachers of Mathematics Member (NCTM) 2022-2024
Timeline
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Cobb County School District
08.2017 - Current
Gifted and Talented Teacher
Pitner Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2017
Teacher
Pitner Elementary School
08.2006 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Mercer University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education (P-5)
Kennesaw State University
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