Susan Dunno
Fort Wayne,Indiana
Summary
Experienced teacher specializing in relationship building and student assessment. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and utilizing diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, contributing to a supportive and effective learning environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Allen County Learning Academy
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
Teacher
Diocese of Fort Wayne -South Bend
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2006 - 08.2017
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and curriculum delivery.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Established strong relationships with parents to support student achievement and address concerns effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Lagrange County Public Schools
Lagrange, IN
08.2002 - 05.2006
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and productive learning atmosphere.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student collaboration and respect.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And General Science
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA05-1990
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Differentiated instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Student assessment
- Learning strategies
Certification
- Mathematics License 5-12
- General Science 5-12
- Biology 9-12
Timeline
Teacher
Allen County Learning Academy
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
Diocese of Fort Wayne -South Bend
08.2006 - 08.2017
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Lagrange County Public Schools
08.2002 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics And General Science
Clarion University of Pennsylvania