Deana Daniels ( Anderson )
Educator
Michigan
Summary
Innovative educator with experience designing and implementing 6–12 and IB curriculum. Skilled in creating engaging, data-driven instructional materials, assessments, and multimedia resources for diverse learners. Experienced in training and mentoring new teachers, analyzing learning needs, and developing effective solutions. Adept at managing multiple projects, integrating technology, and fostering inclusive, learner-centered environments. Passionate about leveraging teaching experience to deliver high-quality instructional design in higher education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
IB French Language Acquisition Teacher
New Paradigm for Education
Detroit
08.2017 - Current
- Designed and implemented comprehensive French Language Acquisition curriculum for MYP Years 1–5 and DP Years 1–2, ensuring alignment with IB philosophy, standards, key concepts, global contexts, and inquiry-based instructional models.
- Created detailed unit planners, lesson sequences, learning engagements, and assessments following the MYP Objectives and the DP Ab Initio assessment criteria.
- Prepared students for end-of-year IB DP Ab Initio assessments, including all written components and the oral internal assessment, which I personally administered yearly to evaluate speaking proficiency.
- Integrated Approaches to Learning (ATL) skill development—including communication, thinking, research, social, and self-management skills—into daily instruction and long-term unit planning.
- Applied inquiry-based learning strategies that encouraged students to explore global issues, build conceptual understanding, and connect language learning to authentic, real-world contexts.
- Differentiated instruction for a culturally, linguistically, and academically diverse student population, ensuring equitable access to language acquisition and strong support for varying proficiency levels.
- Designed, administered, and graded formative and summative assessments aligned with IB rubrics; provided actionable, growth-focused feedback that supported student reflection and improvement.
- Participated in multiple official International Baccalaureate professional development trainings, strengthening expertise in MYP and DP curriculum design, language acquisition pedagogy, and IB assessment frameworks.
- Collaborated with IB coordinators, grade-level teams, and interdisciplinary colleagues to support programme implementation, vertical alignment, and adherence to IB expectations.
- Maintained accurate and complete IB documentation including unit planners, assessment records, reflection notes, and student progress tracking for both MYP and DP courses.
- Integrated digital tools such as Google Suite, Google Classroom, online formative assessment platforms, and multimedia resources to enhance student engagement and language practice.
- Supported and contributed to school-wide IB initiatives, including interdisciplinary units, Personal Project support, and alignment across language acquisition pathways.
- Fostered a classroom environment grounded in international-mindedness, cultural awareness, and respect, helping students become confident communicators and reflective global learners.
French Teacher & Curriculum Development
Voyageur College Preparatory high school
Detroit
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Planned and delivered daily French instruction using the Bien Dit! Level 1 textbook, designing all unit plans, lessons, and assessments for the course.
- Developed engaging activities, guided notes, practice materials, and projects to support beginner language learners.
- Differentiated instruction for students with varying learning needs and proficiency levels, ensuring all learners had access to the content.
- Built a positive, structured classroom environment that supported participation, collaboration, and academic growth.
- Created and graded formative and summative assessments to measure student understanding and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Integrated technology such as Google Classroom and Google Suite to organize coursework, communicate with students, and support learning.
- Communicated regularly with students, families, and school staff to support academic progress and classroom success.
- Differentiated instruction to support students with varying proficiency levels, learning needs, and diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, ensuring equitable access to content.
- Implemented quarterly writing assignments as part of a district-wide writing initiative, tracking student progress in written communication across the school year
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05-2018
Bachelor of Arts - French
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05-2012
Skills
- French language instruction
- Curriculum design
- Language assessment
- Inquiry-based learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Digital tools integration
- Collaborative planning
- Data analysis
- Cultural sensitivity
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
IB French Language Acquisition Teacher
New Paradigm for Education
08.2017 - Current
French Teacher & Curriculum Development
Voyageur College Preparatory high school
08.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Arts - Teaching French as a Second or Foreign Language
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Arts - French
Wayne State University