Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Diane Foggi

Ashburn

Summary

Experienced 4th Grade Teacher with Loudoun County Public Schools, proficient in lesson planning and effective classroom management. Developed and implemented strategies to promote a growth mindset, social-emotional learning, and executive functioning skills, resulting in enhanced student engagement and academic success. Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, with the goal of setting students up not only for success in 4th grade, but also for their future education.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

4th Grade Teacher

Loudoun County Public Schools
Ashburn
08.2021 - Current
  • Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
  • Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
  • Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
  • Encouraged creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods.
  • Integrated character education into the curriculum to promote social and emotional learning.
  • Facilitated a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques.
  • Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in line with state curriculum standards.
  • Supported English language learners by providing additional assistance during class time.

Daily and Long Term Subsitute

Loudoun County Public Schools
Ashburn
08.2017 - 06.2021
  • Ensured that the curriculum was being followed as required by the school district.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback on assignments, tests, and projects.
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

State University of New York At Fredonia
NY
05-2001

Some College (No Degree) - Restaurant Management / Culinary Arts

Pennsylvania Culinary School
Pittsburgh, PA

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Social emotional learning
  • Teaching differentiation
  • Growth mindset
  • Food safety
  • Creativity in cooking
  • Kitchen equipment and tools
  • Cooking techniques

Accomplishments

  • 2025 Nominated for teacher of the year and chosen as my school's representative
  • Substitute of the year for Legacy Elementary School, LCPS

Certification

Licensure

Virginia Collegiate Professional License

PreK-6

Endorsement: FACS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

4th Grade Teacher

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Daily and Long Term Subsitute

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

State University of New York At Fredonia

Some College (No Degree) - Restaurant Management / Culinary Arts

Pennsylvania Culinary School
Diane Foggi