Dr. Dalynn L. Cross
Educator
Rexburg,Idaho
Summary
Energetic Literacy Instructor experienced in teaching young adults from a diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
Over 34 years of classroom experience at elementary, middle, and high school levels. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking success in student performance within set goal periods.
Resourceful English as Second Language Teacher with multiple advanced degrees earned while full-time teaching, and commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences.
Challenged students with rigorous coursework and engaged them with exposure to cultural vignettes.
Superb communications skills and dedication to students leading to positive results.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth, Texas
08.1998 - 05.2023
- English Language Arts/Reading and English as a Second Language (all grades); Master Reading Teacher certification.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
Lead ESL Teacher
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
01.2008 - 05.2023
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
- Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
Project Reach Instructor
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
01.2008 - 05.2023
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Communicated student progress to parents and guardians for collaborative approach to educational goals.
Department Chair
Fort Worth ISD-Diamond Hill-Jarvis HS
Fort Worth , TX
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Planned and executed professional development sessions for department faculty and staff.
- Reinforced and maintained culture of high achievement by focusing on discipline as opportunity for learning, growth and community-building.
- Built smooth and productive working relations positively impacting department operations.
- Observed, coached and mentored department staff.
- Built collaborative team of adults dedicated to joint attainment of department goals.
Varsity Tennis Coach
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
Facilitator, Freshman Orientation
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
08.2007 - 08.2022
- Identified areas of need and provided team-building activities for incoming freshmen
- Provided leadership for program workers and attendees, guiding day-to-day activities and facilitating a high school introduction environment.
Classroom Teacher, New Teacher Mentor
Houston ISD
Houston, Texas
08.1989 - 06.1998
- 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.
- Instructed groups of up to [Number] students and provided individual support.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Education
Doctor of Education - Organizational Leadership
08.2020 - 01.2022
Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership
07.2014 - 05.2020
Master of Liberal Arts - undefined
Master of Science - Multicultural Studies
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Skills
Individual and group instruction
undefinedAdditional Information
- HONORS, AWARDS, MEMBERSHIPS
- MetLife Foundation Ambassador in Education Recipient
- Fort Worth Secondary Teacher of the Year 2004
- Fort Worth Secondary Teacher of the Year Runner Up 2019
- Fort Worth Star-Telegram NIE Teacher of the Year
- Fort Worth Star-Telegram Newspaper in Education Advocate of the Year
- FFP Marketing Chair for Teaching Excellence, Secondary Reading
- IMPACT II Developer, Award Recipient
- TEACHERS ACCESSING TELECOMMUNICATIONS Grant Recipient
- IMPACT II Developer, Award Recipient for Global Citizenship
Accomplishments
- Successfully provided instruction to allow high school seniors to meet college and career readiness standards and provided college-level instruction to all students, with structured supports as needed.
Timeline
Graduate Theological Foundation - Doctor of Education, Organizational Leadership
08.2020 - 01.2022
Grand Canyon University - Educational Specialist, Educational Leadership
07.2014 - 05.2020
Department Chair - Fort Worth ISD-Diamond Hill-Jarvis HS
01.2014 - 01.2017
Lead ESL Teacher - Fort Worth ISD
01.2008 - 05.2023
Project Reach Instructor - Fort Worth ISD
01.2008 - 05.2023
Facilitator, Freshman Orientation - Fort Worth ISD
08.2007 - 08.2022
Varsity Tennis Coach - Fort Worth ISD
01.2007 - 01.2015
Classroom Teacher - Fort Worth Independent School District
08.1998 - 05.2023
Classroom Teacher, New Teacher Mentor - Houston ISD
08.1989 - 06.1998
Texas Christian University - Master of Liberal Arts,
University of Houston-Clear Lake - Master of Science, Multicultural Studies
Metropolitan State College - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education