Gail D'Haenens
Provo,UT
Summary
Dedicated Elementary School Teacher at Lincoln Academy Charter School, skilled in lesson planning and fostering parent engagement. Successfully developed individualized instruction strategies, enhancing student literacy and problem-solving skills. Passionate about creating a nurturing classroom environment that promotes creativity and respect, while utilizing technology to elevate learning experiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Lincoln Academy Charter School
Pleasant Grove, Utah
08.2006 - 06.2025
- Tutored individual students after school hours as needed.
- Organized field trips to supplement classroom instruction.
- Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
- Integrated literature into classroom lessons whenever possible.
- Attended faculty meetings and other school functions.
- Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
- Supported English language learners by providing additional assistance during class time.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
- Provided guidance for students in developing problem-solving skills.
- Promoted an atmosphere of mutual respect between teachers and students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Participated in professional development activities related to educational trends.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences throughout the year.
- Encouraged creativity among students by providing them with open-ended tasks.
- Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
- Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades.
- Met regularly with administrators regarding student discipline issues.
- Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Planned special events such as assemblies, holiday celebrations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Emphasis in Special Education
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT08-1979
Skills
- Lesson planning and classroom management
- Student assessment and individualized instruction
- Parent engagement and communication
- Field trip organization
- Literacy strategies
Certification
- Reading Endorsement State of Utah
- STEM Endorsement State of Utah
Affiliations
- Photographer and developer of school yearbook for 12 years
- Caterer for 8 years working for Copper Grill in Provo
- Taught Elementary Art for 8 years
- Taught PE and keyboarding to elementary children
- Enjoys cycling, painting, crafting, gardening and hiking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Lincoln Academy Charter School
08.2006 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Emphasis in Special Education
Brigham Young University