Dominique Fuller
Aurora,CO
Summary
Dedicated Educator with extensive experience in Ready Gen, SuperKids, Lucy Calkins, Bridges, Orton-Gillingham, Everyday Math, CKLA and Project Based Learning and delivering exceptional excellence in Elementary Education. Extensive experience in READ Act and Structured Literacy instruction. Educational Leadership: Skilled mentor with success meeting needs of diverse students through differentiating learning, small group, whole group, and individual learning. Passionate about meeting students goals and needs through modifying curriculum and progress monitoring through formal and informal assessments. Classroom Management: Positive reinforcement through intrinsic motivation and extrinsic incentives. Key Strengths: Talent for inspiring students to higher levels of academic success. Dynamic and engaging; establish and maintain lasting rapport with instructional assistants and paraeducators, teachers, building administrators, and parents.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Iron Horse Elementary
Parker, CO
06.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
5th Grade Teacher
SINGING HILLS ELEMENTARY
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Instructed a diverse group of 20-25 students in all core subjects
- Successfully delivering lessons on Everyday Math, Core Knowledge Language Arts, and Mystery Science.
- Utilized Young AmeriTowne, iCivics, and EverFi tools to enrich Social Studies program by integrating teachings on government, financial responsibility, and history.
- Managed and achieved success in meeting objectives outlined in READ plans and IEP goals for students while also assisting with reading and math interventions.
- Engaged with the Graduate Profile Committee and represented teachers' interests through membership in the Teachers Advocacy Committee (TAC), all while fulfilling primary teaching responsibilities.
4th Grade Teaching Assistant
Denver Academy
Denver
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted in a 4th grade classroom at Denver Academy, aiding students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and on the Autism Spectrum for one year
- Conducted small group sessions for reading and math.
- Collaborated closely with homeroom teacher and Elementary Dean to enhance support for students
- Equipped with knowledge of the Orton-Gillingham reading approach upon initiation.
2nd Grade Long Term Substitute
Wilder Elementary
Littleton
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Managed and facilitated a 12-week teaching assignment at Wilder Elementary School in their 2nd-grade classroom.
- Taught within Superkids and Bridges curriculum
- Managed parent teacher conferences while tracking the progress of 28 students on iReady Reading and Math.
- Delivered small group instruction in literacy and math, meticulously monitoring students' progress for future data analysis.
- Participated in PLC's with the 2nd Grade Team, receiving valuable support and guidance throughout
- Implemented effective teaching strategies based on Colorado Standards in order to enhance student learning.
Preschool Lead Teacher and Toddler Assistant Teacher
Auraria Early Learning Center
Denver
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Contributed to the teaching team as an assistant toddler teacher at Auraria, working with children aged 1-3 years for a year.
- Assisted with morning small group instruction and facilitated afternoon lead instruction.
- Created engaging lesson activities to enhance students' social-emotional skills, cognitive abilities, and fine/gross motor coordination.
- Promoted to lead preschool teacher (4-5 year olds) for an additional year at Auraria.
- Implemented comprehensive instructional strategies promoting the development of social emotional, cognitive, and academic competencies via hands-on activities.
Education
Masters of Teaching in Elementary Education K-6th -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
12-2018
Bachelor of Arts in Reading Intervention PreK-3rd Grade -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
07-2017
Associates of Arts in Film Acting -
Colorado Film School
05-2010
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Social-emotional learning
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative learning
- Inclusive education
- Teaching Mathematics
- Growth Mindset
- Assessment Strategies
Certification
- Colorado Teaching License, K-6th Grade, 344639
- Colorado Shines Early Childhood Director, Large Center
Accomplishments
- Singing Hills Elementary Teacher of the Year 2020-2021
- Singing Hills Elementary Teacher of the Month November 2022-2023
- The Science of Reading Stars Award Nominee 2022-2023
- Achievement Recognition Teacher Advocacy Committee from Elizabeth School Board 2022-2023
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Iron Horse Elementary
06.2024 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
SINGING HILLS ELEMENTARY
08.2020 - 05.2024
4th Grade Teaching Assistant
Denver Academy
08.2019 - 05.2020
2nd Grade Long Term Substitute
Wilder Elementary
01.2018 - 04.2018
Preschool Lead Teacher and Toddler Assistant Teacher
Auraria Early Learning Center
01.2017 - 08.2018
Masters of Teaching in Elementary Education K-6th -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts in Reading Intervention PreK-3rd Grade -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Associates of Arts in Film Acting -
Colorado Film School
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