Danny Ciarmoli
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Creating activities for students with a balance of student- and teacher- directed discussion and learning. Employ effective questioning techniques to encourage higher-level thinking skills. Providing a classroom environment that encourages feedback, risk taking, questioning, and experimentation by establishing an inviting learning space. Care and respect for students, staff, and parents by maintaining a positive interaction that promotes equity in a non-bias environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Math Teacher
Nora Frances Henderson HWDSB
09.2022 - Current
- Improved student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and problem-solving techniques into lessons.
- Enhanced student engagement by using a variety of teaching methods, including group activities, and hands-on projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected math concepts to other subjects.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environments to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful communication and encouraging teamwork among students.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback to help them improve their performance.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students by identifying areas of difficulty and developing targeted intervention plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest trends in mathematics education and pedagogy.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about student progress, fostering increased involvement in their child''s education.
- Organized school-wide events like STEM competitions and STEM projects to showcase the importance of mathematical skills in various aspects of life.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Department Head of Mathematics
Nora Frances Henderson HWDSB
09.2014 - 06.2022
- Increased department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new technologies.
- Developed strong interdepartmental relationships to improve communication and collaboration across the organization.
- Managed department budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact on company goals.
- Implemented staff training programs that enhanced skills and increased overall productivity within the department.
- Introduced data-driven decision-making processes that improved strategic planning within the department.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and recognition of accomplishments among employees.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected math concepts to other subjects.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective instructional strategies.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students by identifying areas of difficulty and developing targeted intervention plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest trends in mathematics education and pedagogy.
- Served as a liaison between the math department and school administration, advocating for resources and support needed to enhance instruction quality.
- Implemented data-driven instruction techniques to identify areas where students needed additional support, leading to improved test scores over time.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about student progress, fostering increased involvement in their child''s education.
- Organized school-wide events like STEM competitions and STEM projects to showcase the importance of mathematical skills in various aspects of life.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
- Kept abreast of technological advances in mathematics and adapted curriculum for individual, small group and remedial instruction to meet diverse needs of high school students.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools to help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing like EQAO.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON1994
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Strategies
- Mathematical Modeling
- Real-World Applications
- Critical Thinking
- Collaborative Learning
- Student Assessment
- Project-Based Learning
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Team Leadership
Certification
Guidance Parts I and II (July 2004 – April 2005)
Honours Specialist, Mathematics (August 2004)
Guidance and Career Education, Specialist (September 2019)
Primary Division (December 2019)
Principal’s Qualification, Part 1 (June 2020)
Special Education, Part 1 (March 2023)
Principal’s Qualification, Part 2 (June 2023)
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
Nora Frances Henderson HWDSB
09.2022 - Current
Department Head of Mathematics
Nora Frances Henderson HWDSB
09.2014 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Brock University
Guidance Parts I and II (July 2004 – April 2005)
Honours Specialist, Mathematics (August 2004)
Guidance and Career Education, Specialist (September 2019)
Primary Division (December 2019)
Principal’s Qualification, Part 1 (June 2020)
Special Education, Part 1 (March 2023)
Principal’s Qualification, Part 2 (June 2023)
Similar Profiles
Marcus BlakeMarcus Blake
Grounds Crew Member at Nora Henderson Secondary SchoolGrounds Crew Member at Nora Henderson Secondary School
Jessica FernandesJessica Fernandes
Secondary Permanent Teacher ASD (3 lines) at Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School, HWDSBSecondary Permanent Teacher ASD (3 lines) at Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School, HWDSB
Hannah HuntHannah Hunt
Teacher Candidate (Kindergarten) at HWDSB, Hamilton, CanadaTeacher Candidate (Kindergarten) at HWDSB, Hamilton, Canada
Chelsea CuvayChelsea Cuvay
Dishwasher and Prep Cook at QB Sports Bar Grill GamesDishwasher and Prep Cook at QB Sports Bar Grill Games
Brett Joseph-VigerBrett Joseph-Viger
Laborer at Weston ForestLaborer at Weston Forest