Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Denise Wagner

Denise Wagner

Wesley Chapel,FL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

Hillsborough County School District
11.2012 - Current
  • Highly Effective Teacher on State and District level
  • Teacher Mentor
  • Team Leader
  • Wellness Coordinator
  • Various Committees for student engagement and stakeholders involvement
  • Providing Professional Development for other Educators
  • Presenting at Faculty meetings and conducting numerous staff meetings
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress
  • Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for creation of ideal learning environment
  • Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations
  • Utilized various assessment strategies to evaluate student performance
  • Established and maintained consistent classroom rules and expectations for obedience
  • Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement
  • Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences
  • Inspired students to take ownership of learning and become autonomous thinkers
  • Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support

Dance Teacher

TADA
08.2007 - 08.2014
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share ideas and resources to enhance student experience and success.
  • Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
  • Conducted classes and workshops for students on special topics of interest.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
  • Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
  • Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
  • Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.

Dance Teacher, Young Children Director

The Dance Center
08.1999 - 08.2007
  • Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
  • Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
  • Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
  • Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.

Store Manager, Asst Store Manager, Sales Associate

County Seat The Jean Store
05.1990 - 07.1998
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
  • Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
  • Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
  • Cum Laude
  • ESOL Certified
  • Reading Endorsed
  • Member of SCATT
  • Member of Delta Gamma

Skills

  • Lesson Planning
  • Judgment and Decision-Making
  • Social Skills
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Time Management

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher - Hillsborough County School District
11.2012 - Current
Dance Teacher - TADA
08.2007 - 08.2014
Dance Teacher, Young Children Director - The Dance Center
08.1999 - 08.2007
Store Manager, Asst Store Manager, Sales Associate - County Seat The Jean Store
05.1990 - 07.1998
University of South Florida - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Denise Wagner