DONALD BABIANO
Phoenix,USA
Summary
Highly effective and award-winning Elementary Educator and English Language Development (ELD) teacher with 13 years of teaching experience in the United States and the Philippines. Demonstrates expertise in elementary education, language acquisition, differentiated instruction, curriculum development, and instructional leadership. Proven success in improving student achievement through data-driven instruction, family engagement, and culturally responsive teaching practices. Recognized as teacher of the Year in 2025, and Crystal Apple Award Winner in 2026 for excellence in teaching, mentorship, and leadership within a Title 1 school district.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher/ English Language Development Teacher
Tuscano Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated measurable student growth through data-driven instruction, increasing student achievement from low pre-assessment scores to high post-assessment performance, with many students achieving 80-100% proficiency in ELA and Math benchmarks by the end of the academic year.
- Accelerated English language acquisition among multi-lingual learners, with 75% of identified English Language Learners advancing proficiency levels within one academic school year.
- Delivered targeted English Language Development instruction to multilingual learners in a Title 1 school setting.
- Designed and implemented differentiated lessons aligned with district curriculum and state standards.
- Utilized assessment data including AZELLA, DIBELS, and benchmark assessments to drive instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
- Fostered an inclusive and engaging classroom environment that supports students with diverse academic and behavioral needs.
- Participated in curriculum mapping and led vertical articulation initiatives across the school district.
- Mentor new teachers and support instructional improvement through collaboration and coaching.
- Organized and facilitated Literacy Night, Cultural Night, and family engagement workshops.
- Sponsored and managed student enrichment activities including E-Sports Club, summer school, and after school tutoring programs.
- Integrated technology and AI-supported instructional strategies to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Collaborate with district teams to develop instructional resources for oral language development and grammar instruction.
2nd Grade Teacher
Canyon Breeze Elementary School
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented standards-based instruction in reading, writing, math, and language development.
- Served as Grade Level Lead and collaborated with instructional teams to improve curriculum alignment and student achievement.
- Supported learners through small-group instruction and targeted intervention strategies.
- Utilized assessment data including AZELLA, DIBELS, and benchmark assessments to drive instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
- Maintained strong communication with families and school stakeholders to support student success.
Public School Teacher/ 4th and 5th Grade
Monkayo Central Elementary School
03.2014 - 07.2021
- Taught upper elementary levels and implemented student-centered instructional practices.
- Served as English Coordinator and led school and district-wide literacy initiatives.
- Managed curriculum planning, instructional supervision, and teacher collaboration initiatives.
- Facilitated professional development and mentoring opportunities for fellow educators.
- Promoted student achievement through data-informed instruction and community engagement.
College Instructor
Monkayo College of Arts, Sciences and Technology
06.2013 - 03.2014
- Taught professional education courses for pre-service teachers in the College of Teacher Education.
- Served as practicum supervisor to student-teachers during field-based teaching experiences.
- Conducted and mentored undergraduate research projects and academic studies.
- Facilitated licensure examination review sessions for graduates to prepare them for the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT).
- Guided future educators in instructional planning, classroom management, and professional ethics.
- Collaborated with faculty members to strengthen teacher preparation programs and instructional practices.
Education
PhD Candidate - Educational Leadership and Management
UNIVERSIDAD DE DAGUPAN
Dagupan City, Philippines11-2026
Master of Arts in Education - Major in English Language Teaching
ASSUMPTION COLLEGE OF NABUNTURAN
Davao de Oro, Philippines03-2016
Bachelor of Elementary Education - Generalist
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHEASTERN PHILIPPINES
Philippines04-2011
Skills
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
- Cooperative learning experience
- Student-centered learning
- Literacy instruction
- Classroom technology
- Student engagement
- Time management
- Differentiated instruction
- Problem-solving skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- 2026 Crystal Apple Award Winner by School Specialty (National Educator Recognition in the USA)
- 2025 Teacher of the Year & West Side Impact Awardee, Arizona, USA
- 2024 School District “SPOTLIGHT” Recognition for Instructional Excellence and Classroom Leadership
- District Articulation Lead at Fowler Elementary School District (FESD)
- AI and Technology Integration Committee Member at FESD
- Curriculum Mapping Committee Member at FESD
- 1st Grade Team Lead at Tuscano ES (FESD)
- 2nd Grade Team Lead at Canyon Breeze ES
- Employee of the Month (August 2022) at Canyon Breeze ES
- World of Dance winning coach at Canyon Breeze ES
- Gymnastics winning coach/ trainer in the PHILIPPINES
- Campus Journalism coach/ trainer in the PHILIPPINES
- Event/ Training Director and Resource Speaker to several schools and district events in the PHILIPPINES
Affiliations
- Editorial Board Member/ Peer Reviewer | Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal
- Member | Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- Member | Arizona Language Association (AZLA)
- Member | Arizona Education Association (AEA)
- Member | National Education Association (NEA)
Certification
- Arizona Department of Education | Certified K-8 Teacher with Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement
- Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) | Licensed Professional Elementary Education Teacher in the Philippines
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher/ English Language Development Teacher
Tuscano Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Canyon Breeze Elementary School
07.2021 - 05.2023
Public School Teacher/ 4th and 5th Grade
Monkayo Central Elementary School
03.2014 - 07.2021
College Instructor
Monkayo College of Arts, Sciences and Technology
06.2013 - 03.2014
PhD Candidate - Educational Leadership and Management
UNIVERSIDAD DE DAGUPAN
Master of Arts in Education - Major in English Language Teaching
ASSUMPTION COLLEGE OF NABUNTURAN
Bachelor of Elementary Education - Generalist
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHEASTERN PHILIPPINES
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Cooperative Learning using Kagan Strategies
- Training on Multi-Sensory Grammar
- English Language Development Training (On Targeted and Integrated Instruction)
- Data Dive and Test Prep Strategies
- EL Education: Skills Block and Planning for Rotations
- Standard-Based Grading and Morning Meetings
- The Use of Cooperative Mats
- Training on Small Group Instruction
- Curbing Disruptive Behavior
- K to 8 Reading Tutor Training
- Making Learning Visible Through Anchor and Concept Charts
- Rocket Math Training
- Writing By Design and Motivating Students