Dawn Nadeau
Seattle
Summary
Dedicated first-grade teacher skilled in phonics instruction, social skills development, and parent-teacher communication. Committed to fostering a positive classroom atmosphere that promotes engagement and academic growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Seattle Public Schools
10.2019 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and social development.
- Applied assessment tools to evaluate student performance and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Boosted student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that fostered collaboration and respect.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for improved focus and productivity.
- Improved student reading comprehension through targeted literacy strategies and guided practice sessions.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher
Silverwood School
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance literacy and numeracy skills.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social-emotional learning.
- Assessed student progress through formal and informal evaluations, adapting instruction accordingly.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Education
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
Seattle University
Seattle, WA12-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK12-1989
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Strong Problem-solving skills
- Strong Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
1st Grade Elementary Teacher
Seattle Public Schools
10.2019 - 06.2025
Kindergarten/First Grade Teacher
Silverwood School
08.2014 - 06.2019
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language
Seattle University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Alaska Fairbanks