Madison Dal Porto
Teacher
Niagara Falls,Ny
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
STEM Teacher - Niagara Falls High School
Niagara Falls City School District
09.2022 - Current
- Developed interactive and hands-on activities that encourage active participation and critical thinking.
- Integrated technology and interactive resources to enhance curriculum delivery and student understanding.
- Designed and adapted lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and academic abilities.
- Enhanced collaboration among peers by implementing group projects and cooperative learning strategies.
P-TECH Coordinator- Niagara Falls High School
Niagara Falls City School District
09.2023 - Current
- P-TECH is a public education reform program that integrates early access to college courses with early career preparation.
- Facilitated students to participate in a range of workplace experiences, including mentorship, worksite visits and paid internships.
- Developed strong relationships with students, providing guidance and support in their academic pursuits.
- Worked with community liaisons to obtain partnerships that enhance students' activities.
Robotics Coach- Preparatory and High School
Niagara Falls City School District
09.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary robotics curriculum, resulting in increased student engagement.
- Established a safe and supportive learning environment, allowing students to confidently explore advanced concepts in robotics.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of robotics by incorporating hands-on projects and real-world applications.
- Enhanced overall competition performance by implementing strategic planning and goal-setting initiatives.
Varsity Tennis Coach- Niagara Falls High School
Niagara Falls City School District
08.2019 - Current
- Enhanced player performance by implementing personalized training programs and providing constructive feedback.
- Developed strategic game plans for individual players, resulting in improved match outcomes.
- Organized and managed successful tennis clinics, attracting new clients and increasing the program''s revenue.
- Increased player retention rates by providing ongoing support, guidance, and encouragement to athletes.
Biology Teacher - LaSalle Preparatory School
Niagara Falls City School District
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student progress, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Enhanced the learning experience by utilizing multimedia resources in classroom presentations and assignments.
- Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - 5-12 Secondary Biology Education
Niagara University
Master of Education - Educational Technology Specialist
SUNY Oneonta
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Niagara University
Niagara Falls, NY12.2026
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Student Needs Assessment
- Technology Integration
- Innovative Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
- 5-12 Secondary Biology
Education - Educational Technology
Specialist Pending - Computer Science SOCE Pending
- VEX Robotics Educator
Affiliations
- Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority
- Niagara PAL
References
- KIMBERLEE MAYNARD, Teacher at Niagara Falls High School, (716) 523-3327, kmaynard@nfschools.net
- MARIA ZAFUTO, Retired Niagara Falls Principal, (716) 628-9333, Mchille-Zafuto@nfschools.net
Timeline
P-TECH Coordinator- Niagara Falls High School
Niagara Falls City School District
09.2023 - Current
STEM Teacher - Niagara Falls High School
Niagara Falls City School District
09.2022 - Current
Robotics Coach- Preparatory and High School
Niagara Falls City School District
09.2020 - Current
Varsity Tennis Coach- Niagara Falls High School
Niagara Falls City School District
08.2019 - Current
Biology Teacher - LaSalle Preparatory School
Niagara Falls City School District
08.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - 5-12 Secondary Biology Education
Niagara University
Master of Education - Educational Technology Specialist
SUNY Oneonta
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Niagara University
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