Krista Dascano
Narrows,VA
Summary
Dynamic Elementary Teacher with a proven track record at Giles County Public Schools, adept at fostering engagement through innovative planning and technology integration. Highly motivated and driven to learn and adapt to needed skill sets. Skilled in relationship building and individualized instruction, I effectively enhance academic performance and promote a collaborative environment, ensuring diverse needs are met.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Giles County Public Schools
Narrows
09.2010 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implement classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborate with colleagues to design interdisciplinary activities promoting critical thinking.
- Assess student progress and provided targeted feedback for academic improvement.
- Adapt instructional materials to meet diverse learner needs and abilities.
- Integrate technology into lessons to enrich educational experiences and foster engagement.
- Organize parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and goals collaboratively.
- Participate in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices and methodologies.
- Prepare materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Evaluate student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Contribute to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
- Build positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Support special education inclusion efforts by adapting lessons and working closely with specialists to meet individual student needs.
- Work one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Provide individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Communicate student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Create lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Pursue professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Adapt lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Integrate technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Assess student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
Case Manager
NRVCS
Pulaski, VA
09.2009 - 08.2010
- Developed comprehensive case plans tailored to client needs and goals.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client strengths and challenges.
- Monitored progress and adjusted interventions based on client feedback and outcomes.
- Facilitated access to resources, including housing, healthcare, and employment services.
- Provided crisis intervention support to clients facing immediate challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Radford University
Radford, VA06.2009
Skills
- Relationship building
- Planning
- Team collaboration
- Technology integration
- Communication
- Growth mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Problem-solving skills
- Records management
- Standardized tests
- Need assessment
- Multi-curriculum diversity and management
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Conflict management and resolution
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Cultural awareness and diversity
- Instructional design
- Standards adherence
- Learning management systems
Timeline
Elementary Teacher
Giles County Public Schools
09.2010 - Current
Case Manager
NRVCS
09.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Radford University