Dana Pacyga

Dana.Naffziger@gmail.com
www.mrspacyga.weebly.com

Objective

To obtain a full time early childhood teaching position

Skills

SmartBoard, STEM, UDL, ESL, Common Core, NGSS, PBL, Creative Curriculum,
Project Approach, computer skills, great communication skills, strong leadership
personality, self motivated, positive attitude, detail-oriented, organized, team oriented,
problem solving, and flexible.

Professio
nal
License

Educati
on

Type 04 License Early Childhood Education

American College of Education
Masters in Curriculum & Instruction
Concentration in Effective Classroom Management
American College of Education
Certification in English Second Language (ESL)
G.P.A 4.0
Roosevelt University
Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Chicago Il
Concentration: Psychology
Overall G.P.A. 3.44 Major G.P.A 3.77

Anticipated
October
2016
September
2014

May 2013

Work Experience
Classroom Teacher, Hadi School of Excellence (2nd Grade)
Specialized in Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Align projects to Common Core State Standards, C3 Framework and P21
Framework
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and
students who speak English as a second language.
Collaborate with parents, staff, and the community to help students reach
their full potential.
Committee member of the Curriculum & Instruction team that establishes
new curriculum for our school and reflect on current programs.
Committee member of the Response to Intelligence Committee
Coordinator of school environment
Leader of the schools Boy Scouts in which coding, programming, and
survival skills were taught.
Mentor Teacher, Elmhurst Academy (Preschool Prep)
Specialized in Reggio-Emilia inspired curriculum
Prepared in-depth student evaluations and assessments
Established cohesive work environment with co-teachers and
administration

August
2015Present

July 2013August 2015

Developed all-encompassing lesson plans with a focus on Gardners

Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Followed the project approach theory and created unit plans based on
students interests
Adhered to a family and community oriented educational approach
Member on the literacy committee, environmental studies, and STEM
committee

Student Teaching, Stockton Elementary School/Stockton CPC (1st Grade

& PreK)
Collectively worked with cooperating teachers and school staff
Implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans and unit plans
Made accommodations based on individual students needs
Wrote weekly newsletters for parent involvement
Prepare age-appropriate curriculum and lessons
Teacher, A Childs Space
Work with children ages 6 weeks 6 years of age
Understand each childs unique abilities and characteristics
Implement each infants custom schedule and respond to needs
Prepare age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans
Work under pressure and deal with on-the-spot emergencies
Create and conduct lesson plans in large classrooms and make
accommodations when necessary
Developed skills to multitask with large groups of children
Communicate effectively with parents concerning their child
Childcare Provider, KGrace Childcare
Highly requested childcare provider
Work with children ages 6 weeks-12 years
Assigned caregiver for specific families with unique needs
Teachers Aide, Peppermint Preschool
Assistant to the teacher
Worked with children 3 months 12 years of age
Assisted in creating lesson plans
Ability to work under pressure and deal with emergencies
Developed the skills to multitask with large groups of children
Cheerleading and Tumbling Coach, Firehouse Gymnastics
Coaching cheerleading and tumbling
Organized practices, taught skills, and encouraged children
Managing classes of 12+ children aging 3 years to 15 years of age
Developed ability to multitask when dealing with large groups of children
Head Coach of Mini cheerleading team (ages 3-5) and Junior
cheerleading team (ages 913)
Choreographed routines and accompanied the teams to competitions

Activity Involvement & Volunteer Work

January
2013-May
2013

May 2012December
2013

May 2012
August 2013

May 2010August 2010

April 2006
April 2010

Alpha Experience/New Member Coordinator, Alpha Gamma Delta

Responsible for educating new members about Alpha Gamma Delta
Design teaching strategies and lesson plans
Volunteer, Home of the Sparrow
Duties include raising money to donate to homeless women and children
Volunteer, Center for New Horizons
Worked with the community of Bronzeville
Participated in a study to help improve the public health in Bronzeville as well as
surrounding communities