Danielle M. McFadden
3301 W. Esplanade Ave N Apt. 5083B • Metairie, LA 70002 • (314) 497-2991 • Danielle.mcfadden24@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO Graduated May 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration
Emphasis in Finance
GPA 3.0
Relevant Coursework: Foundations of Business, Brief Calculus & Matrix Algebra, Introduction to Financial Accounting, Understanding the Individual in the Organization, Effective Business Communication, Organizational Effectiveness and Leadership, Computer Applications in Management (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Urban Studies, Sociology, Adolescent Studies
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ Graduated October 2018
Master of Education in Secondary Education
Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure
GPA 3.97
Relevant Coursework: Adolescent Development and Psychology, Creating and Managing Engaging Learning Environments, Curriculum and Instructional Planning for Middle and High School Teachers, Adolescent Literacy, Assessment and Evaluation for Middle and High School Teachers
INTERNSHIP
Edward Jones (Saint Louis, MO) May 2014-Aug 2014
Financial Advisor Intern
▪ Observed financial advisor and provided assistance with branch office administrator duties
▪ Assisted with networking and client based involvement
▪ Participated in branch seminar planning
▪ Completed branch efficiency projects
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Teach for America (New Orleans, LA) May 2015-June 2017
Corps Member
▪ Admitted to a highly selective program of recent college graduates and other educators committed to student achievement in the United States, particularly low-income schools.
o Only 11-13% applicants are chosen to participate in this prestigious program
▪ Participated in five-week training institute, which included a four week teaching experience
Lake Area New Tech ECHS (New Orleans, LA) July 2015-May 2017
▪ Math Instructor (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry)
o Implement systems to maintain discipline in the classroom
o Track student progress over the course of the school year
o Collaborate with members of Math department to ensure student progress
o Achieved student growth over the course of the school
▪ Sophomore & Junior Class Sponsor
o Plan all class activities
o Collect monies for any apparel and field trips
o Responsible for 100+ student’s rewards system outside of the classroom
▪ Softball Assistant Coach
o Collaborate with Head Coach
o Attend all games and practice
o Communication line between Head Coach and parents
Eleanor McMain Secondary School (New Orleans, LA) July 2017-Present
▪ Math Instructor (Geometry, Algebra II)
o Implement systems to maintain discipline in the classroom
o Track student progress over the course of the school year
o Collaborate with members of Math department to move closer to closing our student’s achievement gap
o Led 98% of students to achieve a passing score on Geometry LEAP 2025 State Assessment
o Execute Tier 1 Curriculum
▪ Junior Class Sponsor July 2017-May 2018
o Plan logistics for all class activities
o Create/organize class budget
o Plan class college trip
o Collect monies
o Manage various projects in preparation for class activities
▪ After School EOC Remediation (Geometry) September 2017-Present
o Provide all Geometry students with exceptional tutoring services in preparation for LEAP 2025
o Create tutoring and intervention plans specific to students and their needs
o Execute necessary interventions to ensure student achievement
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
University of Missouri-Kansas City (Kansas City, MO) September 2014- May 2015
Peer Coach
▪ Lead a small group of scholars throughout their first year experience at UMKC
▪ Ease the transition of new students to UMKC so they may succeed both academically and personally
▪ Meet with scholars on a weekly basis
▪ Serve as a motivator, influencer and guide for students new to the overall college experience
University of Missouri-Kansas City (Kansas City, MO) 2013-2015
National Association of the Advancement of Colored People
▪ President (2014-2015)
o Preside at meetings and act as Chairman of the Executive Committee
o Appoint Chairpersons and members of all committees
o Work closely with Treasurer to ensure financial stability of the organization
o Represent the College Chapter on the Executive Committee
▪ Publicity Chair/Secretary (2013-2014)
o Keep accurate record of all members and their dues
o Keep minutes from all meetings held by the organization
o Create and distribute any marketing of events and meetings held by organization
Spiritual New Birth Christian Ministries (St. Louis, MO) 2009-2015
Youth Activities Coordinator
▪ Plan and coordinate youth activities for upcoming events
▪ Organize logistics for activities
▪ Served as spokesperson for youth of the church
▪ Attend church board meetings on behalf of Youth Committee
University of Missouri-Kansas City (Kansas City, MO) 2011-2012
Residential Hall Council Treasurer
▪ Prepare annual organization budget
▪ Monitor annual budget
▪ Keep record of all transactions made by the organization
▪ Prepare monthly reports to share with members at monthly meetings