Danette Mckellar

Dean Of Students at Coney Island Prep
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(386) 825-5501
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area
Languages
  • English -

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Experience

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Dean Of Students
      • Jul 2021 - Present

    • Special Education Teacher
      • Aug 2020 - Jun 2021

    • Second Grade Teacher
      • Aug 2017 - Aug 2020

    • Second Grade Apprentice Teacher
      • Aug 2016 - Aug 2017

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Second Year Americorps Member
      • Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

      - Provide whole class support in Math for two 8th grade classes daily- Create and facilitate weekly lesson plans for one on one and small group tutoring for 8 focus (target) list students needing extra support- Weekly attendance check-ins with 5 students who have a record of poor attendance- Tailor social emotional learning discussions to 5 focus (target) list students daily- Collaborate with my team to run an after-school program that provides homework help, enrichment clubs and service learning to 50 students- Create and facilitate creative lessons to engage students with topics that they may not have been exposed to or have the opportunity to discuss- As the Student Engagement Coordinator, I plan events/initiatives that focus on increasing student involvement, school comfort/belongingness and willingness to come to school daily.- As a Second Year Americorps Member, I serve as an extra line of support and guidance for my team Show less

    • Americorps Member
      • Aug 2014 - Jun 2015

      • Served 1700 hours of full time service with a national education-focused organization whose mission is to minimize the high school dropout rate• Collaborated with a team to organize and facilitate an afterschool program • Facilitated whole school math initiatives and provide math resources for team as the Math Coordinator• Provided whole class support in two 8th grade math classes• Tutored and mentored of 5-6 students who are performing poorly

    • Senior Counselor
      • Jun 2009 - Aug 2014

      • Supervised a group of 30-35 children in spontaneous/planned activities• Collaborated with a team of counselors to plan summer activities and events• Implemented group activities and special programs with group counselors• Guided children with the handling of personal problems • Maintained accurate program records including incident reports and daily attendance

    • Volunteer
      • Oct 2008 - Jun 2009

      - Assisted 15-20 children with homework- Engaged with students in fun extracurricular activities

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Career Counseling Intern
      • Aug 2013 - May 2014

      • Assessed student career exploration/development needs and made appropriate referrals to Career Center services and resources• Demonstrated and guided students through ZebraNet, Career Center job database• Co-led presentations on career-related topics, including Career Center resources, choosing a major, and finding career opportunities • Assisted with research projects, data collection and events as requested

    • Support Staff
      • Sep 2012 - May 2014

      • Assisted teachers with everyday classroom activities• Initiated activities that helped foster learning and creativity• Provided students with conflict resolution• Performed duties with limited assistance, such as prepping meals and setting up for naptime• Proactive approach in children’s learning and fun

    • Residential Safety Program Desk Monitor
      • Sep 2012 - May 2014

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Intern
      • Jan 2012 - May 2012

      • Prepared lesson plans that supported students with different learning styles • Engaged children in fun and educational activities • Created safe environment for all students to learn • Prepared lesson plans that supported students with different learning styles • Engaged children in fun and educational activities • Created safe environment for all students to learn

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Afterschool Program Counselor
      • Sep 2009 - Jun 2010

      • Assisted 15-20 children with homework • Supported daily activities and large events with coworkers, such as movie nights and a winter celebration party • Led Valentine’s Day gift exchange and party • Performed administrative work • Assisted 15-20 children with homework • Supported daily activities and large events with coworkers, such as movie nights and a winter celebration party • Led Valentine’s Day gift exchange and party • Performed administrative work

Education

  • Relay Graduate School of Education
    Master of Arts, Childhood Education & Special Education (Grades 1-6)
    2016 - 2018
  • Stony Brook University
    Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
    2010 - 2014

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