Ryan Ganitano
Rock Hill,SC
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven educator with a proven track record, adept at implementing adaptive learning techniques and fostering effective team collaboration. Recognized as Rock Star Teacher of the County for enhancing student engagement through innovative instructional design and strong interpersonal skills, leading to improved academic outcomes and a supportive classroom environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Lewisville Elementary School
Richburg, SC
07.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Provided individualized support to students, fostering academic growth and confidence.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional strategies.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote social skills and teamwork among students.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking.
- Implemented educational technology tools to support diverse learning needs.
Elementary School Teacher
Candor Elementary School
Candor, NC
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of reading, math, science, and writing.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
- Designed and implemented reward system to recognize academic effort and achievements, promoting motivational learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources and strategies, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Encouraged student leadership by establishing roles and responsibilities within classroom.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
Elementary School Principal
Department Of Education, Rosales II, Pangasinan II
Pangasinan, Philippines
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancements to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated professional development workshops to enhance instructional strategies among staff members.
- Established positive relationships with parents, community members, and local organizations to support school initiatives.
- Led school safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a secure learning environment.
- Managed daily operations of the school, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to budgetary guidelines.
- Promoted diversity within the school community by cultivating an inclusive atmosphere that respected individual differences among students and staff members alike.
- Mentored new teachers through observation feedback sessions, contributing to their growth as educators within the school system.
- Developed a comprehensive strategic plan that guided the school''s direction while adhering to state standards and requirements.
- Managed staffing decisions by hiring qualified candidates who aligned with the school''s values and mission statement while balancing budgetary constraints effectively.
- Reduced disciplinary issues by developing and enforcing clear expectations for student behavior and academic progress.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align school goals and initiatives with the broader educational vision.
- Streamlined administrative processes for improved efficiency in areas such as budgeting, scheduling, and staff evaluations.
- Evaluated curriculum effectiveness through regular assessments, modifying materials as necessary to meet student needs.
- Boosted community partnerships by actively engaging local businesses and organizations in support of school programs.
- Established a positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated teacher performance using objective measures and constructive feedback, fostering continuous improvement in instructional practices.
- Led fundraising efforts that generated additional resources for extracurricular activities, classroom enhancements, or student support services.
- Spearheaded school-wide initiatives aimed at reducing the achievement gap among diverse student populations by targeting specific areas of need through targeted interventions.
- Increased parent involvement by organizing events, workshops, and regular communication channels to keep families informed and engaged.
- Championed professional development opportunities for staff members, resulting in increased retention rates and teacher satisfaction.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Elementary School Teacher
Department Of Education, Rosales II, Pangasinan II
Rosales, Pangasinan, Philippines
06.2012 - 07.2019
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Assisted in classroom management to create a positive learning environment.
- Taught core subjects of reading, math, science, values education, home economics, technology, and history.
- Promoted a growth mindset in the classroom by encouraging students to set goals, embrace challenges, and persevere through obstacles.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Utilized assessment data to tailor instruction, addressing individual learning gaps.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently to ensure conducive learning environment, optimizing use of educational materials and space.
- Integrated environmental education into curriculum, fostering students' awareness and responsibility towards sustainability.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varied needs and interests, promoting inclusive education.
- Implemented project-based learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.
- Improved parental involvement through regular newsletters and updates on classroom activities and student achievements.
- Fostered love of reading in students by curating classroom library with wide range of genres and levels.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional strategies.
Elementary School Teacher
Merryland Montessori and High School, Inc.
Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, Philippines
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Taught core subjects of reading, journalism, values education and history.
- Cultivated positive classroom atmosphere, implementing behavior management techniques.
- Engaged in professional development workshops, staying abreast of educational trends and best practices.
- Boosted reading proficiency with targeted phonics instruction.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote social skills and teamwork among students.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership And Management
Colegio De Dagupan
Dagupan City, Pangasinan, Philippines06-2020
Bachelor of Science - General Education
Urdaneta City University
Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, Philippines04-2011
Master in Education - English
Panpacific University of North Philippines
Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, Philippines06-2016
Skills
- Adaptive learning techniques
- Effective team collaboration
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective classroom management
- Effective organizational skills
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Instructional design
- Parent-teacher communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Cultural awareness
- Time management
- Safety awareness
Accomplishments
- Earned "Rock Star Teacher Award"
- Improved test scores by 145% above by reworking approach.
- Taught different grade levels of students for more than a decade.
Affiliations
- Intercession Tutoring Classes
- After Tutoring Reading Program
- Summer Reading Camp
Certification
- Philippines' Professional Regulation Commission, Licensed Professional Teacher, 2011 to present
- State of North Carolina, Professional Educator's License, 2023-2026
- South Carolina State Board of Education, Educator's Certificate, 2024-2026
Rock Star Teacher Awardee
Every month in Chester County Schools District, they will choose one teacher among all nominated candidates to be awarded as "Rock Star Teacher of the Month". Nominations are coming from parents, co teachers and school leaders. Thru deliberation and evaluation, the district will choose only one teacher every month. And as a new teacher in the district, Mr. Ganitano really did not expect to received an award. It was last December 16, 2024 to his surprise, The big bosses or leaders from the district came to his room with the school principal and awarded the recognition. He received a framed certificate, balloons, trophy and something to hang on his door as The Rock Star Teacher of the Month.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Filipino
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Lewisville Elementary School
07.2024 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Candor Elementary School
07.2023 - 06.2024
Elementary School Principal
Department Of Education, Rosales II, Pangasinan II
08.2019 - 05.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Department Of Education, Rosales II, Pangasinan II
06.2012 - 07.2019
Elementary School Teacher
Merryland Montessori and High School, Inc.
06.2011 - 05.2012
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership And Management
Colegio De Dagupan
Bachelor of Science - General Education
Urdaneta City University
Master in Education - English
Panpacific University of North Philippines