Donna Chanthabouly
Elementary Teacher
Tacoma,United States
Summary
Energetic and driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Franklin Pierce School District
Tacoma, WA
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Co-director Learning Center
El Academies
Tacoma, WA
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Operated in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
- Interviewed and toured parents and children for enrollment.
- Communicated with owners, board members and support team concerning personnel matters.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
Program Specialist
El Academies
Tacoma, WA
10.2007 - 06.2018
- Gathered and organized printed materials required for program participation.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Managed approx. 25 employees daily
- Observed and evaluated lead teachers, teacher assistants and kitchen staff.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
Education
Bachelor Early Education -
Pierce College
Stellicoom, WA 07.2019 - 06.2020
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
undefinedTimeline
Elementary Teacher
Franklin Pierce School District
08.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor Early Education -
Pierce College
07.2019 - 06.2020
Co-director Learning Center
El Academies
06.2018 - 06.2019
Program Specialist
El Academies
10.2007 - 06.2018
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