Dominic DeBellis
Pasadena,MD
Summary
Elementary Educator with 21 years of experience maintaining everyday classroom routines, maintaining strong relationships with students, collaborating with colleagues, and developing lessons to engage all learners.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
- Increased overall class participation by creating an inclusive environment that valued all students'' opinions and ideas.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Collaborated with the Math Office to assist in creating engaging lessons.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Coached an After-School Run Club for student athletes.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom, including ESOL students.
2nd Grade Teacher at Severna Park Elementary
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Served as a Math Content Lead for my grade level.
- Built relationships with the community by attending student events during non-working hours.
- Maintained records and grades through Powerschool Software.
- Collaborated with teammates to create rigorous and engaging lessons while following AACPS curriculum.
- Participating in a cohort for Literacy Education at Goucher College.
- Attended classes at Carver Education Center and also virtually.
- Provided flexible and effective instruction using both virtual and hybrid methods of teaching.
- Maintained a Quality Learning Environment using various strategies.
- Applied data from county and resources such as I-Ready to assist in differentiating learning.
- Created a weekly newsletter to keep parents in the know about classroom events and learning.
- Attended and planned activities for Family Reading Nights and other school specific activities.
- Planned lessons with the Reading Specialist to implement different resources that would benefit specific groups of learners.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
South Allegheny School District
08.2005 - 08.2020
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students. -Instructed according to Common Core Standards and PA State Standards.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Taught all core subjects including math, science, technology and history. Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Collaborated with colleagues to present to staff concerning Charlotte Danielson Teaching Model and Formative Assessment.
- Implemented technology in the classroom with Reflex Math, STAR Assessments and Accelerated Reader.
Community Fitness Instructor
South Allegheny School District/YMCA
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Worked with and trained community members in group fitness classes.
- Obtained CPR and AED certification.
- Collaborated with fitness center coordinator to spread word of the benefits our center can offer the community.
- Administered tours of facilities to prospective community members who may be interested in joining.
Substitute Teacher
Clairton City School District
08.2004 - 04.2005
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Long-Term Substitute - Kindergarten class for 2 months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and record keeping.
- Assisted students in after-school and summer programs with state test taking strategies.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.2004
Master's in Education - Literacy Education
Goucher College
Skills
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Activity planning
- Team collaboration
- Friendly personality
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- AED Certification
- CPR Certification
- CPI Certification
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher at Severna Park Elementary
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Community Fitness Instructor
South Allegheny School District/YMCA
04.2018 - 03.2020
Elementary Classroom Teacher
South Allegheny School District
08.2005 - 08.2020
Substitute Teacher
Clairton City School District
08.2004 - 04.2005
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
Pennsylvania State University
Master's in Education - Literacy Education
Goucher College
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