Teacher Education

Danna C. Trotter

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Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

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M: 301-***-****

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OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position that enables elementary students of mixed abilities to become enthusiastic learners and reach their potential in Physical Education. ( retired )

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATION

Selects appropriately from a variety of assessment strategies to evaluate student learning and uses this information to make informed curriculum decisions

Demonstrates ability to set and hold students to high academic, behavioral, and character standards

In depth knowledge of developing motor skills and physical development in elementary students

Well-rounded, devoted, and passionate educator who facilitates a student-centered approach to

teaching, that is both rigorous and accommodating to all skill and ability levels

Possesses patience and extensive knowledge of physical fitness, sports and exercise

Certification: Physical Education, Prek-12 Maryland:-7/1/2012-6/30-2017

CORE COMPETENCIES

Teamwork and social responsibility

Sound interpersonal and organizational skills

Able to identify and nurture students’ needs

Classroom management

Commitment and leadership

Excellent verbal communication skills

Music Appreciation ( piano )

Adult and Child CPR/First Aid Certified

WORK EXPERIENCE

Tutor- Title One, Waldorf, Md.

2014-2015 Grades 2&3 grades

Physical Education Teacher-Prince Georges County, MD

1987-1994 Grade K-6

1996-1998 Grades 7th and 8th

2008-2012 Grade PreK-6

Instructed in the care of exercising, team sports and basic motor/locomotors skills

Taught safety and hygiene, games of low organization and physical fitness testing

Created positive behavior management plan that actively engaged students to limit behavioral issues

Designed lessons and activities with objectives that aligned with the schools goals, vision and mission

Physical Education Teacher-Newport News, Virginia Public Schools, VA

2007-2008 Grade K-5

Physical Education Teacher-Bay-Waveland School District, Bay St. Louis, MS

1998-2007 Grade K-3

Instructed in the care of exercising, team sports and basic motor/locomotors skills

Encouraged students to engage in various activities to unleash their potential while showing good sportsmanship and providing rewards, recognitions and incentives

Instructed students on the importance of regular amounts of appropriate physical activity throughout their lives

Explained and enforced safety rules governing sports, recreational activities and the use of exercise equipment

Physical Education Teacher-St John’s Child Development Center, Washington DC

1984-1986 Taught students with disabilities as an Adaptive Physical Education Teacher 7-18 yrs. old

Instructed special activities in PE sessions using IEP and the use of mainstreaming methods and individual motor planning

Created activities that were suitable and adjustable to the student’s specific needs

Directed instructions in the areas of self-help and domestic skills, communications skills, gross motor and fine motor skills

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Program Director- Addison Road Daycare Center Preschool Teacher-Albuguerque, NM

1986-1987 Ages: 5- yrs. old 1981

After School Care: 6-12 yrs. Old

Recreational Counselor- Howard County, MD Camp Dir.-Prince George County, MD

198*-****-****: elementary ages

Recreational Activities: 6-12 yrs. old

Camp Counselor- NY Diabetes, Binghamton, NY Kindercare -Oklahoma City, Okla.

Summer, 1975 6-12 yrs. Old 1981-1982 taught 5 yr. olds

2015 Summer Youth Employment Program, Mentor

Camp Counselor-Camp Elite

EDUCATION Summer, 2014 Waldorf, MD.

5-12 yrs. Gymnastic Camp

Bachelor of Science Degree, Physical Education- 1975

B. S. Saint Augustine’s College, Raleigh, NC

Adolescent Psychology: 3

Masters of Education, Secondary-2001 General Psychology: 3

MED. Williams Carey University, Gulfport, Mississippi Educational Psychology: 3

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

Bronze level awardee from the Mississippi Governor’s Commission on Physical Fitness, Health, and Sports-2004

Gold level awardee from the Mississippi Governor’s Commission on Physical Fitness, Health, and Sports-2007

“Teacher of the Year”, Mississippi -2006-2007

“Woman of the Year”, Great Women of the 21st Century-American Biographical Inst., 2008

Certificate in Square Dance Instruction, Prince Georges County Public Schools-1984

“Miss Delaware Pageant”- City of Miss Wilmington-1971

“Biltmore Who’s Who Among Professionals and Educator’s”, 2007-2008

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