DENISE L. SANTACROCE
Conway,SC
Summary
Energetic Educator driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Seeking Full Time Employment with competitive pay.
I have been teaching since 1995. I have mastered classroom management in all areas. My teaching skills are superb with demonstrating hands on, project based learning, as well as extensive knowledge with integrating today's technology. I have earned and received performance based pay for reaching all set goals in former teaching positions . Blessed to have the experience, high energy, and positive attitude that shines through and overflows to the students. This naturally motivates them to be their personal best. I truly enjoy teaching creative ways to connect to all ages and backgrounds , using real world diversity , that promotes learning and problem solving .
I am a dedicated hardworking Educator with years of teaching experience working with at risk students. Applying extensive knowledge of learning strategies and dedication to effective technology integration has been very productive in raising their competence, readiness, and achievement. I am confident, competent, and a detailed-oriented educator that also takes pride as a high performance achiever with tremendous dedication to organization. I work to provide contribution and effective collaboration with various coworkers promoting team building as well.
NOTE: I also possess a Special Education degree with much experience instructing at risk, special needs, all students in all areas/grade levels, implementing learning strategies , individualized lessons, that demonstrate positive results. Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history ( received performance based pay) of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Educator
Elementary Education, Secondary And Special Ed
01.1995 - 04.2022
- SPED 4th thru 6th grade Inclusion , K-12 Grade Level all content areas, Steuben and Chemung County, New York.
- Secondary English Educator 7th-8th and 11th-12th Grade Level- Jasper, New York
- Elementary Educator 2nd thru 5th Grade Level-,Phoenix Az.
- 3rd and 4th Grade looped- Casa Grande, Az. Received performance based pay every year $2,000 bonus yearly
- Relocated - to SC 2004 Long Term Substitute 4th Grade Level- Seaside Elementary 1/2 year position
- Elementary Educator 5th Grade Lakewood Elementary Overflow classroom
- SPED 9-12 St James High School- Learning Strategies
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process and implemented student led conferences to raise attendance to 80% plus
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Taught core subjects of English, Math, Science, Technology and History.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results,
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Integrated technology into 80% of daily lesson plans.
- Increased standardized test scores yearly above the norm
- Traveled with my husband -substituted for the last 10 years when at home
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
- Developed fundraisers and completed grant documentation to raise money for field trips Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls focus and studying Geology
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Elmira College
Elmira, NY05.1995
Special Education Certificate -
Elmira College
Elmira, NY05.1995
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Corning Community College
Corning, NY05.1992
Masters - Education And Technology 152 Total Credit Hours
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2007
Skills
- Professional attributes
- Implementation, Assessment techniques, Classroom management, Time management, Career Transitioning, Learning Strategies, Connecting and personalized effective planning strengths are polished as well as using student engagement friendly focus Tools
- Safety awareness
Activity Planning
Organizational skills
Relationship building
Behavioral improvements
Parent interaction - Proficient in: MS Office - Quick Books - Word - Excel - Publisher - Power Point - Social Media etc SEO
- Owner operator with 3 businesses in Az
- Owner operator in business in SC
- Realtor for Coldwell Banker - Top Producer
- Marriott Vacation Consultant Sales Representative for Elites - Top Producer
Certification
Elementary Education Degree K-8
Special Education Degree K-12
Licensed Realtor - South Carolina Realtors
Business owner 3 in AZ and 2 in SC
Traveled the last 10 years and simultaneously Substitute teaching as well in Horry County Schools SC
Timeline
Elementary Educator
Elementary Education, Secondary And Special Ed
01.1995 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Elmira College
Special Education Certificate -
Elmira College
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Corning Community College
Masters - Education And Technology 152 Total Credit Hours
Grand Canyon University
Elementary Education Degree K-8
Special Education Degree K-12
Licensed Realtor - South Carolina Realtors
Business owner 3 in AZ and 2 in SC
Traveled the last 10 years and simultaneously Substitute teaching as well in Horry County Schools SC
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