Danielle Silvaggio

(760) 522-8848 | daniellesilvaggio@gmail.com

Objective: Seeking a position as a secondary mathematics teacher where I can utilize my skills in collaborating, maintaining a
positive learning environment, and developing individualized lesson plans relating to student’s interests, skills, and needs.

EDUCATION

University of San Diego San Diego, CA

Master’s in Education, Curriculum & Instruction May 2019
Single Subject Mathematics Credential
University of San Diego San Diego, CA
BA Mathematics, Secondary Education emphasis May 2017

FIELD EXPERIENCE

San Diego Unified School District & O’Farrell Charter School San Diego, CA
30 Day Emergency Substitute Teacher November 2018- Present
 Followed teacher's lesson plans in a way that promotes optimal learning and encourages student collaboration
 Maintained a well-organized classroom environment that promotes community & a positive learning environment
Wangenheim Middle School San Diego, CA
Full Time August 2018- January 2019
 Managed classroom of 36 students as a student teacher independently using positive behavior management strategies
 Collaborated with coworkers to develop individualized lessons for a range of learners
KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego, CA
Part Time September 2017 – May 2018
 Planned, taught, & analyzed mathematics lessons as a student teacher for sixth grade math classes
 Worked with small groups of four to five students in computation, problem solving, & literacy skills

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

STEMWoW San Diego, CA

Graduate Research Assistant/Pod Leader January 2018-Present
 Engaged in professional developments focused on STEM pedagogical practices & best practices for teaching Hispanic & other
underrepresented youth
 Supervised, mentored, & facilitated the explorations & activities of program students from Chula Vista Elementary School District.
Mathnasium of Mira Mesa & Scripps Ranch Mira Mesa, CA
Center Coordinator June 2017-November 2017
 Managed the front desk & communicated appropriately & professionally with parents & students via email, phone calls & face to
face interactions.
 Assessed new students on math skills using mathnasium methods as well as prepared, printed & updated student learning binders

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Umbrella Initiatives Proyecto Mochila Cusco, Peru

Volunteer January 2017
● Planned and Executed a week-long math camp for up to seventy students from local towns in the Cusco region
Alpha Delta Pi Zeta Pi Chapter, San Diego
President January 2016-January 2017
● Led a team of eight executive board members, conducting weekly meetings & check ins
● Oversaw the planning of monthly chapter events for our 150-member chapter, as well as our annual philanthropy event

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAININGS

 Certified Google Educator Level 1

 Participated in GLSEN workshop addressing requirement of LGBTQ training for educators as stipulated in California Law AB 827
 Participated in Inclusive Classroom workshop addressing Inclusive Instructional Strategies & Accommodations