Denni Jo Berger
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated and hard working person with 9 years' experience in elementary education across a broad range of subjects, seeking to utilize background to take next career step. Eager to apply skills in various environments and use my experience to contribute to a company in a meaningful and positive way.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade 4 Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Created lesson plans to help all students meet learning goals and enhance student engagement.
- Differentiated instruction to meet students' individual needs.
- Maintained records of student growth, grades, and behavior.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure student success.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment where students felt safe to learn, be themselves, and make mistakes.
Grade 3 Long Term Substitute Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Designed and implemented lesson plans to meet students where they were and meet learning goals.
- Created a safe, consistent, and structured learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication and team work.
Grade 5 Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
La Jolla, CA
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with other grade level teachers to create innovative lesson plans.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Tailored instruction to meet a variety of student needs and learning styles including students with special needs and students identified as gifted.
Education
Master of Arts - Education With A Concentration in Counseling
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA05-2013
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Multimedia Instruction
- Individualized Instruction
- Lesson Planning and Curriculum Development
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Flexible and Adaptive
- Communication
- Dedication
Affiliations
- Walking, cycling, and maintaining a healthy life style.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Grade 4 Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2023
Grade 3 Long Term Substitute Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
09.2021 - 12.2021
Grade 5 Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
08.2015 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - Education With A Concentration in Counseling
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Chico