Dana Small

11390 Cross Fields Drive , Waynesboro, PA 17268

Phone Number: (240) 409-3344; E-mail: smalldan@wcps.k12.md.us
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Curriculum Development
Data Driven Instruction
Community Engagement
EDUCATION
Frostburg State University
Master of Education Administration and Supervision
Certification: Administrator I
Current GPA, 4.0/4.0

Recruitment and Hiring

Professional Development
Special Education Endorsement (Expected 2015)

August 2009 - Current

Fall 2015

Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Certification: Secondary Mathematics

August 2000 May 2005

Maryland Standard Professional Certificate I

Maryland Standard Professional Certificate II
Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate

July 2005
July 2010
August 2011

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Boonsboro High School
August 2007 - Present
Boonsboro, Maryland Washington County Public Schools
Classroom Teacher
Common Core Algebra 1A, Introduction to Algebra 1, Honors Algebra 1
Honors Common Core Geometry, Common Core Geometry
Algebra 2
Planned, taught, and aligned lessons with state and common core curriculum to help students thrive in the
classroom and on state assessments, requiring critical thinking skills.
Used a variety of teaching strategies to engage students and meet the needs of the Common Core
Curriculum.
Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration
Used non-instructional time to formally and informally complete the CFIP process with other teachers in
order to best help students to be successful
Before and after school tutoring, Twilight Program
Maintained contact with parents about student progress and upcoming events through phone calls and email, class website, and Remind announcements
Informal Classroom Observations
North Point High School for Science and Technology
August 2005 July 2007
Waldorf, Maryland Charles County Public Schools
Classroom Teacher
7th and 8th Grade Introduction to Algebra, Algebra I Part 1, Enrichment Algebra I
Cross curricular collaboration to implement best instructional practices in order to help students achieve
success on the Maryland High School Assessment in Algebra I
Implemented remedial programs to help struggling students

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics National Conference
Governors Academy Algebra I
Governors Academy Geometry
Synergy Training/ SuperUser
iPad Observations and Workshop
Gifted Learner 1
College and Career Readiness Academy
College and Career Readiness Academy
Agile Mind Training
APEX Training
Google Classroom

Spring 2008
2006 2007
2008 2009
Summer 2013
Spring 2014
Summer 2014
Summer 2014
Summer 2015
Summer 2014
Fall 2014
Spring 2015

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE WITH WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Academy Committee
Fall 2014 Present
Transdisciplinary lesson planning with the science department
Fall 2014 - Present
MSDE Formative Assessment Review
Fall 2014
Administrative Intern BHS
Spring 2014
Administrative Detention Monitor
2014-2015
SIT Committee Member
Spring 2013 - Present
Warrior Block Committee Chair
School Safety Committee
2012 Current
County In-Service
Geometry Governors Academy Best Practices
2008 2009 School Year
How to use the Nintendo Wii in the Math Classroom
2009 2010 School Year
School In-Service
Integrade Pro Training
2009 2010 School Year
Common Core Math Practices
2011 2012 School Year
EEA Math Presentation
August 2013
Synergy Training
August 2013
STEM and Transdisciplinary Connections
Fall 2014
Technology Training: Socrative
Fall 2014
Transfer Task Training
April 2015
County Committees
Textbook Review for Honors Geometry
2008
Honors Geometry Curriculum/Benchmark Review
2008 2009 School Year
Algebra 2 Curriculum Review
2010
Class Advisor
2008 2011
Worked with class cabinet to plan and implement various events, including the pancake breakfast, spaghetti
dinner, and prom
Worked with staff around the building to make sure all required documents, materials, equipment, and monies
were handled properly
Mentor
Acted as demonstration teacher for teachers in and out of the building
Collaborative planning to improve understanding of curriculum and instruction
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE AT NORTH POINT HIGH SCHOOL
Extended Day Program Teacher

2006 2007 School Year

2005 2006 School Year
Organized an after school program offered several times a week in order to help students succeed on the Algebra
HSA
Organized lessons and offered additional practice for students who were identified as needing extra help with
algebra concepts

Varsity Assistant Swim Coach

Carried out the head coachs practice schedule
Assisted in perfecting swim techniques
Watched video to analyze form in order to improve function and time

2006 2007 School Year