Dylan Hanks
Louisville,KY
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Saint Mary Academy
Prospect, KY
08.2022 - Current
- 7-8 grade ELA
- 8 grade film study
- Helped lead Hand in Hand ministry retreat
- House leader
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects, promoting critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, ensuring instructional effectiveness.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- 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.
Teacher
Valiant Christian Academy
Louisville, KY
08.2019 - 05.2022
- English 6-12 grade
- art history 10
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student participation and motivation.
- Analyzed curriculum effectiveness, recommending improvements based on student feedback and performance data.
- Established strong relationships with parents and community members to support student success initiatives.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Assistant Manager
APEX ENTERTAINMENT
Louisville, KY
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Daily and nightly deposits
- Customer Service
- Guiding, monitoring, and teaching employees
- Completing opening and closing procedures
- Monitoring, ingesting, and building content on digital projectors
- Communicate with outside venders to ensure prompt stock and multimedia deliveries
- I began assuming many of the general manager responsibilities after the GM was dismissed in March of 2019. I operated our Baxter Avenue location in association with the company Senior Manager.
Team Member
APEX ENTERTAINMENT
05.2013 - 11.2016
- Ticket sales
- Maintenance
- Concession sales
Donation Specialist
RUFFALO CODY
Bowling Green, KY
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Engage and build rapport with alumni
- Raise money for Western Kentucky University
Gym Assistant
SAINT AGNES PARISH
Louisville, KY
11.2010 - 02.2012
- Operated scoreboard for youth basketball games
- Assisted in maintenance responsibilities
- Officiated adult league
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Louisville
08-2018
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Saint Xavier High School
Master of Arts - Middle And High School ELA
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY12-2026
Skills
- Writing
- Critical thinking
- Motivating students
- Classroom instruction
- Proofreading
- Data Analysis
- Teaching
- English
- Classroom Management
- Mentoring
- Curriculum Development
- Experience Working With Students
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
- Consistently had students score above the national average and Archdiocese of Louisville average for Reading and Language MAP
Certification
Temporary Provisional Certificate For Middle Grades English And Communications, Grades 5-9
ADDITIONAL SKILLS/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Participated in two separate church related mission trips in collaboration with Youth Works. Interacted and mentored area children at the Boys and Girls Club. Helped lead multiple student mission trips to eastern Kentucky through Hand in Hand ministries. These opportunities for servant leadership are among the most profound and rewarding I've been so lucky to have experienced., Member of the International Association of Professional Writers and Editors, Recognized as a Kentucky Colonel for good works and leadership within the community.
Timeline
Teacher
Saint Mary Academy
08.2022 - Current
Teacher
Valiant Christian Academy
08.2019 - 05.2022
Assistant Manager
APEX ENTERTAINMENT
11.2016 - 08.2019
Team Member
APEX ENTERTAINMENT
05.2013 - 11.2016
Donation Specialist
RUFFALO CODY
01.2013 - 01.2014
Gym Assistant
SAINT AGNES PARISH
11.2010 - 02.2012
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Saint Xavier High School
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Louisville
Master of Arts - Middle And High School ELA
University of The Cumberlands