Marie Alana "Lana" Hays

Second Grade Teacher

Anaheim Elementary School District

08.1992 - 06.2024

Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Incorporated hands-on activities and interactive games into lessons, stimulating student interest and engagement in course materials.
Managed classroom effectively using positive discipline techniques and behavior management plans tailored to individual student needs.
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing timely feedback for improved academic performance.
Implemented a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
Served as a mentor teacher for new educators entering the profession, offering guidance and support throughout their first year of teaching.
Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.