Danielle N.

Mignella
7 Stella Drive Bridgewater, NJ 08807 www.daniellemignellaportfolio.weebly.com OBJECTIVE
To obtain an elementary teaching position providing encouragement and guidance through a studentcentered approach.

migneld1@tcnj.edu 908-432-7501

EDUCATION
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), Ewing, NJ Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Psychology Global Experience: Gendered History of Food, Italy GPA: 3.87/4.0, Deans List (7 out of 7 semesters)
May 2014 May 2013

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
CEAS, Elementary Education, State of New Jersey Praxis Exam, Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects CEAS, Middle School Mathematics, State of New Jersey Praxis Exam, Middle School Mathematics H.I.B. Certification Project Learning Tree Workshop Certificate Certificate of Attendance: Conference for Aspiring Teachers
May 2014 August 2013 May 2014 February 2014 May 2013 October 2013 February 2013, February 2014

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, Francis Lore Elementary School, Ewing, NJ Fall 2013 th Developed and taught NJCCCS-aligned lessons across all subject areas in a 5 grade classroom. Employed Reading Workshop and Writing Workshop to provide a balanced literacy program. Taught units on multiplication, division and decimals using the Investigations math curriculum. Utilized the Responsive Classroom approach to facilitate the learning environment. Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with various abilities. Engaged families in curriculum through a home project and student achievement celebration. Attended and participated in back-to-school night, parent-teacher conferences and grade-level meetings. Junior Teaching Experience, Carroll Robbins Elementary School, Trenton, NJ Spring 2013 rd Observed, assisted and taught lessons in a 3 grade bilingual classroom. Designed and implemented a 10-day Socials Studies unit on Civics with hands-on activities and cross-curricular connections. Engaged families and celebrated cultural diversity through an event in the classroom. Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with various English language abilities. Attended and participated in parent-teacher conferences and grade-level meetings. Served as a guest reader at the school-wide Black History and Read Across America Celebration. Sophomore Practicum Experience, Greenbrook Elementary School, South Brunswick, NJ Observed and assisted in a 3rd grade classroom with students of varying needs. Taught a Science lesson which engaged students in a process of inquiry. Taught a 2-day Math lesson utilizing visual aids and collaborative learning. Served as a judge for the district-wide Odyssey of the Mind Experience.
Spring 2012

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HONORS AND AWARDS
Kappa Delta Pi, Education Honor Society Psi Chi, Psychology Honor Society Golden Key International Honour Society

RELATED EXPERIENCE
Home Teacher, Pennington, NJ January 2013 to present Tutor an adult with autism in basic language and communication skills. Model and guide the use of appropriate social skills. Implement a behavior modification system using applied behavioral analysis techniques. Volunteer Tutor for Homefront of Mercer County, Lawrenceville, NJ January 2012 to May 2013 Tutored elementary students in completing homework assignments for all academic areas. Maintained mentor relationship with underprivileged children. Childcare Provider, Readington , NJ Summer 2012 to present Provide children with appropriate play and learning activities to stimulate development.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Vice President of Service, Alpha Phi Omega, Co-educational community service fraternity
Spring and Fall 2013

Coordinated weekly service projects with campus and community organizations. Delegated tasks to project chairs and fellow executive board members. Managed service hour records for 150 members. Planned and coordinated a carnival for 50 children from Homefront of Mercer County.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Alpha Phi Omega, Co-educational community service fraternity, active member Spring 2012 to present Perform over 40 hours of community service each semester. Attended and actively participated in Ewing community meeting to determine local needs. Service projects included Special Olympics Bowling Competition, Hurricane Sandy relief efforts and various donation drives. Alternative Break Club, active member Fall 2011 to Spring 2012 Participated in a week-long service trip to New Orleans to rebuild homes. Served on event planning committee to provide awareness about post-Hurricane Katrina needs. Teachers of Young Children Association, active member Fall 2010 to Fall 2013 Attended professional development workshops on the Smart Board and literacy teaching methods. Volunteered at the Halloween Spooktacular at Antheil Elementary School in Ewing, NJ.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate, Five Below, Raritan, NJ Built upon interpersonal and customer service skills. Trained new employees.
July 2008 to January 2013

SKILLS
Proficient in the use of Smart Board, Prezi, Engrade, FOSS, Investigations (K-5 mathematics curriculum) and Microsoft Office.