Dannika E. Wright

Experience

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  Minnesota Reading Corps

  Aug 2011 - Jun 2012

  Literacy Tutor

  - Tutored K-3 students one-on-one and in small groups with research-based interventions to practice reading skills - Planned daily kindergarten small-group read-aloud sessions to enhance vocabulary and comprehension - Collaborated with PRESS (University of MN/Target Corp program) with data and implementing reading interventions

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  Minneapolis Public Schools

  Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

  Special Education Assistant

  - Assisted teacher in a federal setting III special education program for 15 students in grades 4-8 - Planned and instructed small math and guided reading groups - Administered assistance to specific students with physical impairments and other health disorders - Coordinated with special education team to help students meet individual IEP goals

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  Minneapolis Public Schools

  Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

  - Collaborated with classroom teacher on lesson planning, differentiated instruction, and classroom management - Created lessons for math, science, reading, and social studies that supports critical thinking and peer interaction - Designed custom organizers, worksheets, and interactive board flipcharts - Evaluated student achievement on Fountas and Pinnell, Words Their Way, and MAP assessments - Communicated with parents about student progress and accommodations - Participated in grade level team planning and school professional development opportunities Show less

  • Reserve Teacher

    Dec 2013 - Jun 2014

  • Student Teacher

    Aug 2013 - Nov 2013
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  WyzAnt Tutoring

  Sept 2013 - Sept 2023

  Academic Tutor
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  Global Academy

  Jun 2014 - Sept 2023

  First & Second Grade Teacher
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  CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

  Aug 2023 - now

  Lower Elementary Lead Guide