Dona Willich
Teacher
Burlington,WI
Summary
Dynamic educator at Phoenix Middle School, adept in classroom management and innovative lesson planning, significantly enhanced student engagement and academic growth. Leveraged critical thinking and social-emotional learning to meet diverse needs, mentoring peers and driving student-centered initiatives. Achieved notable improvements in behavior management and literacy development. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Offering strong foundation in scientific principles and dedication to student development, eager to learn and grow within educational setting. Brings ability to quickly grasp and implement new teaching strategies and effectively communicate complex scientific concepts. Ready to use and develop skills in classroom management and lesson planning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
8th grade Science Teacher
Phoenix Middle school
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of scientific advances by attending professional development workshops and conferences.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Aligned lesson plans with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required material.
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student performance over time, identifying trends and adjusting instruction accordingly.
Teacher
Acelero Learning
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI12.2019
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
ITT Technical Institute
Greenfield, WI12.2012
Skills
- Handwriting Without Tears (HWT) certified to teach program
- Classroom Managment
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Growth Mindset
- Student-Centered Learning
- Innovative lesson planning
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Elementary Education
- Literacy development
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
Certification
- DPI Lifetime License EC-MC
- WI Registry level 15
- CPR, SBS certificate
- 933881 Early Literacy: Print Awareness, Phonological Awareness, and Alphabet Knowledge
- 4898984 Making the Most of Teachable Moments
- 898994 Including All Children
- 899001 Hitting & Spitting...I'm Quitting!
- 899004 First Friendships
- 899017 Early Childhood Environment: A Powerful Teaching Tool
- 899430 Developing Leadership Skills in Children: The Role of the Teacher
- 899438 Care & Concern for Children in Crisis
- 898999 "I'm Angry!" Helping Children Recognize & Manage Their Angry Feelings
- 890853 (Licensing Only) Mandated Reporter Online Training
- 933675 Transforming Story Time
- 933673 The Power of Language
- 933674 Meaningful Conversations
- 831135 Student Teaching1
- 1831132 Literacy Across the Curriculum
- 031133 Dif Inst/Assmnt-Mt, SC,Soc St
- 846907 Processes-Literacy Acquision
- 784503 Working with Diverse Populations
- 846906 Teaching & Assessment in k-8
Sports
I absolutely love sports and enjoy watching the game of baseball, basketball and volleyball. I have coached volleyball and basketball for multiple teams in the Burlington community. I coached for the last 7 years and recently took a break to watch my son participate in his sporting events.
Timeline
8th grade Science Teacher
Phoenix Middle school
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Acelero Learning
08.2019 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Education
Alverno College
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
ITT Technical Institute
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