Danielle DiPietro-Hawkins
Chico
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations. Along with Spanish 1 and 2, created the curriculum and successfully taught Culinary Arts, Cultural Cuisine, Health & Fitness, Cultural Dance, and Community Outreach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Electives Teacher
HomeTech Charter School
Paradise, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional methods and share best practices.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted student engagement and social skills development.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Spanish Teacher
Marsh Junior High School
Chicora, PA
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance Spanish language proficiency among students.
- Facilitated interactive classroom activities to promote cultural awareness and language immersion.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Utilized technology tools to enhance learning experiences and streamline administrative tasks.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
Italian Professor
Butte Community College
Oroville, CA
08.2002 - 05.2021
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated collaborative learning environments to enhance student participation and retention.
- Mentored junior faculty in curriculum development and instructional strategies.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to improve student learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
Education
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Spanish
California State University
CA05-2021
Master of Arts - Teaching International Languages
California State University
CA12-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Italian Cultural Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA07-1998
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- FLUENT IN SPANISH AND ITALIAN
Accomplishments
Started a Wellness Club for students at Marsh Jr. which met once a week after school, and led dances for the school during Latin American History and Black History Months. At HomeTech, another colleague and I created the first sports program for the High School, and I was co-athletic director for one year and coached cross country for three years. Outside of teaching a variety of classes, I've developed office skills in data entry, record keeping and regularly reach out to parents to update them about their student's progress.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
High School Electives Teacher
HomeTech Charter School
08.2021 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Marsh Junior High School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Italian Professor
Butte Community College
08.2002 - 05.2021
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Spanish
California State University
Master of Arts - Teaching International Languages
California State University
Bachelor of Arts - Italian Cultural Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara