Evangeline M. Davis
Thomaston,CT
Summary
I am more than just a Language Arts teacher; I am a passionate advocate for every child's potential. I don't just teach standards; I ignite a love for learning, fostering critical thinkers and compassionate communicators ready to thrive in a complex world. My classroom is a vibrant community built on equity, empathy, and high expectations, where every student feels seen, heard, and empowered to excel. I am committed to partnering with families and leveraging innovative strategies, including technology and personalized learning, to ensure every child achieves their fullest potential. I don't just believe in student success – I engineer it.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Arts Teacher
North Canaan Elementary School
08.2006 - Current
- Achievement Engineering: Designed personalized learning paths using IAB metrics to boost reading/writing proficiency by identifying 12 Power Standards and creating tiered interventions for each, spanning 3 weeks for data collection
- Writing Mastery: Structured grammar/writing workshops with rubric-driven feedback cycles identifying glows and grows
Promoted Critical Thinking Skills: Designed analytical writing assignments and Socratic seminars, encouraging students to synthesize information from multiple sources. Rooted in collaborative inquiry, these seminars enable students to analyze complex ideas, articulate their reasoning, and build on peers’ perspectives. - Community Building: Implemented restorative circles and responsive classrooms, maintained family communication protocols, and enhanced classroom climate
- Collaborated with Colleagues: Developed interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts.
Summer Learning Administrator
Region One School District
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Program Development: Coordinated curriculum, schedules, and logistics for summer school programs
- Staff Management: Recruited, hired, and supervised 21 staff; ensured compliance with policies
- Student Management: Oversaw registration, attendance, and discipline for 112 students
- Budgeting: Managed program budget and allocated resources effectively
- Communication: Served as primary contact for inquiries and facilitated stakeholder communication
- Evaluation: Assessed program effectiveness through performance metrics and stakeholder feedback (including staff and family surveys)
- Safety & Health: Implemented safety protocols and health-related supports for students and staff
Education
Sixth Year Degree - Admin/Supervision (092)
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05.2017
M.S. - Educational Technology
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT08.2013
B.A. - English
Westfield State College
Westfield, MA05.2002
CT Certified - English 7-12 (015)
Skills
- Standards-Based Curriculum Design
- Differentiated Learning Strategies
- EdTech Implementation
- Classroom Management
- Responsive Classroom Facilitation
- Assessment & Data Analysis
- Family-School Collaboration Systems
- Implemented multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)
- Incorporated the Habits of Mind in learning targets
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice
Affiliations
- National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)
- New England League of Middle Schools (NELMS)
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
Timeline
Summer Learning Administrator
Region One School District
01.2021 - 07.2023
Language Arts Teacher
North Canaan Elementary School
08.2006 - Current
Sixth Year Degree - Admin/Supervision (092)
Central Connecticut State University
M.S. - Educational Technology
Eastern Connecticut State University
B.A. - English
Westfield State College
CT Certified - English 7-12 (015)
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