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Dyan Puglise

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Passionate and dedicated educator with 17 years of elementary teaching experience fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for students. Committed to cultivating a safe and supportive classroom atmosphere that nurtures students' social, emotional, and intellectual development. Committed to helping students achieve their full potential and instilling a lifelong love of learning.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

First, Second, and Third Grade Lead Teacher

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
08.2007 - Current

Bruns Avenue Elementary 2007-2015

Shamrock Gardens Elementary 2015 - CURRENT

  • Established a positive and structured classroom environment with clear expectations and routines to support student success.
  • Led daily morning meetings to foster a warm, inclusive environment that nurtures academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to improve student outcomes and engage in ongoing professional development.
  • Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to create a supportive and encouraging learning community.
  • Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students and ensure equitable access to curriculum.
  • Regularly monitored student progress using formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies to maximize learning.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed on best teaching practices and innovative strategies.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive math and literacy activities.
  • Provided mentorship to new teachers by sharing resources, strategies, and guidance for effective classroom instruction.
  • Strengthened student literacy skills through structured, multi-sensory approaches to reading and spelling.
  • Organized meaningful field trips that complemented curriculum and provided hands-on learning experiences.
  • Used backward design from state standards and assessments to guide lesson planning and ensure meaningful student learning.
  • Developed and implemented a school-wide House System to foster school spirit, strengthen cross-grade relationships, and promote a sense of community.
  • Led and facilitated first grade's community partnership to give students opportunities to serve and give back to their community.
  • Participated in professional development workshops and subsequently presented key takeaways to staff, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional growth .

2nd Grade-Student Teacher

Delaware Academy
10.2006 - 12.2006
  • Collaborated with mentor teacher to foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, supporting students' academic and social development.

6th Grade-Student Teacher

Central Square Middle School
09.2006 - 10.2006
  • Designed and implemented lesson plans for 6th grade Language Arts, incorporating diverse instructional strategies to meet student needs.

Education

Masters in Education - specialization in Reading

National University
05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education, Concentration: History

State University of New York At Cortland
Cortland, NY
12.2006

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Leadership
  • Teacher mentoring
  • Problem-solving
  • Classroom management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organization
  • Self reflection

Certifications and Awards

  • Voted Shamrock Gardens Elementary School's Teacher of the Year in 2018 and 2023
  • National Board Certified 2018
  • AIG Certification 2024
  • Science of Reading Certification 2023
  • Orton Gillingham Certification 2022

Timeline

First, Second, and Third Grade Lead Teacher

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
08.2007 - Current

2nd Grade-Student Teacher

Delaware Academy
10.2006 - 12.2006

6th Grade-Student Teacher

Central Square Middle School
09.2006 - 10.2006

Masters in Education - specialization in Reading

National University

Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education, Concentration: History

State University of New York At Cortland
Dyan Puglise