Danielle Linde
Flat Rock,NC
Summary
Innovative educator skilled at providing experiential learning opportunities, building positive relationships, cultivating joy and inspiring wonder in the classroom.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher
Wild Oak Independent School
08.2023 - Current
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through regular use of problem-solving activities, collaborative group work and project based learning initiatives.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, enabling data-driven instructional adjustments to optimize learning outcomes.
- Established positive classroom environment that fostered respect, collaboration, and a genuine enthusiasm for learning.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress and discussing areas for growth and development.
Outdoor Classroom Teacher
Marvelously Made School For Young Children
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Created a positive and engaging outdoor learning environment that inspired wonder and creativity in 1st-3rd grade students
- Identified interests of students and developed relevant hands-on experiences in science and nature
- Supported students' social and emotional well being by actively listening to every child, validating feelings, guiding healthy communication and utilizing mindfulness techniques
Homeschool Teacher
Sabbatical For Homeschool And Caregiving
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Facilitator for Free Forest School, community-based nature program for children and caregivers focused on nature connection, literacy and free play
- Volunteered as local naturalist for multiple community organizations to inspire children and families to develop deeper connection with nature
- Contributed to Waldorf-inspired homeschool co-op, cultivated strong learning community for children and caretakers
International Internship Coordinator
NAU Center for International Education
08.2010 - 08.2017
- Established new experiential learning program on campus providing diverse internship, research and volunteer opportunities abroad and grew enrollment by 47% each year
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and international partners to develop engaging courses abroad that aligned with student interests and academic needs
- Designed and taught reflective learning course to help solidify and strengthen student's experience abroad
Career and Academic Advisor
NAU Gateway Student Success Center
11.2009 - 08.2010
- Created meaningful relationships with every student through individualized advising sessions to identify and reach student’s career and academic goals
- Provided students with information and resources to promote academic progress and empowered students to take responsibility for academic success
Project Manager
NAU Engineers without Borders
01.2007 - 07.2008
- Mobilized and coordinated students, faculty, donors, international partners and community members on successful water and solar-power provision project in Ghana which increased education and health outcomes for community of 4,500 people
- Led efforts to collaborate with community to fully integrate important feedback in design plans
Outreach Coordinator
NAU Multicultural Engineering Program
05.2007 - 05.2008
- Connected underrepresented engineering students to vital campus support networks
- Assisted with design and facilitation of STEM-focused camp for high-school girls
Education
Masters of Education - Human Relations
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2008
Skills
- Experiential Learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Intercultural Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Creative Problem Solving
Additional Notes
I have identified several Educator Prep Program programs to gain my North Carolina Teaching License and I am ready to enroll as soon as I am hired on at a local school.
Timeline
2nd/3rd Grade Teacher
Wild Oak Independent School
08.2023 - Current
Outdoor Classroom Teacher
Marvelously Made School For Young Children
08.2022 - 06.2023
Homeschool Teacher
Sabbatical For Homeschool And Caregiving
08.2017 - 08.2022
International Internship Coordinator
NAU Center for International Education
08.2010 - 08.2017
Career and Academic Advisor
NAU Gateway Student Success Center
11.2009 - 08.2010
Outreach Coordinator
NAU Multicultural Engineering Program
05.2007 - 05.2008
Project Manager
NAU Engineers without Borders
01.2007 - 07.2008
Masters of Education - Human Relations
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
Northern Arizona University
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