Danilo Quinones Alcontin
Chemistry Teacher
Shanghai,China
Summary
Experienced and innovative science instructor with a strong background in guiding and educating students. Skilled in classroom management, course planning, and behavior management. Works collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and support specialists to meet the unique needs of each student. Committed to fostering higher-order thinking skills for improved student performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grade 10 Chemistry , Grade 10 Environmental Science, and Grade 9 Foundations of Science Teacher
Shanghai Leighton School
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Supported student comprehension of scientific principles through individualized instruction.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Grade 7 Integrated Science , Grade 8 ICT , and Grade 10 Pre-AP Chemistry Teacher
Redford International School
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
IGCSE Biology 0610 and IGCSE Chemistry 0620 Teacher
Adcote School Shanghai
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
IGCSE Biology 0610, IGCSE Chemistry 0620, and Grade 10 Pre-AP Chemistry Teacher
Zibo Shiyan High School - International Department
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Designed science dictionary with chemistry terminology to guide students in classroom and lab, using [Software].
Grades 11-12 Chemistry Teacher
Jiangsu Xi Shan Senior High School
04.2015 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australian Curriculum
- University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australian Curriculum
Grades 9-10 Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Don Vicente Rama Memorial National High School
08.2007 - 03.2015
- Engaged students and promoted intellectual curiosity through hands-on experiments, PowerPoint presentations and mnemonics to provide positive attitude towards scientific processes.
- Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
- Designed science dictionary with chemistry terminology to guide students in classroom and lab, using [Software].
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Education
Ph.D. Science Education -
University of Perpetual Help-System
04.2025
Ph.D. - Research & Evaluation
Cebu Normal University
M.Ed.-Chemistry - Master of Education
University of the Philippines
DST-Chemistry - Diploma in Science Teaching
University of the Philippines-Open University
BSEd.-General Science - Bachelor of Secondary Education
University of San Jose-Recoletos
Skills
- Problem - Solver
- Public Relations
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Resilient
- Open-Minded
- Parent and student communication
- Instructional planning
- Chemistry
- Organization
- Program planning
- Classroom technologies integration
- IEP progress tracking
- Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Certification
- Licensed Professional Teacher, 0657889
- Certificate of Good Standing for Teaching Licensed
- Authenticated Transcript of Records and Diploma, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and Chinese Embassy, Philippines
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Timeline
Grade 10 Chemistry , Grade 10 Environmental Science, and Grade 9 Foundations of Science Teacher
Shanghai Leighton School
08.2023 - 06.2025
Grade 7 Integrated Science , Grade 8 ICT , and Grade 10 Pre-AP Chemistry Teacher
Redford International School
08.2021 - 07.2023
IGCSE Biology 0610 and IGCSE Chemistry 0620 Teacher
Adcote School Shanghai
08.2019 - 07.2021
IGCSE Biology 0610, IGCSE Chemistry 0620, and Grade 10 Pre-AP Chemistry Teacher
Zibo Shiyan High School - International Department
02.2017 - 07.2019
Grades 11-12 Chemistry Teacher
Jiangsu Xi Shan Senior High School
04.2015 - 01.2017
Grades 9-10 Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Don Vicente Rama Memorial National High School
08.2007 - 03.2015
M.Ed.-Chemistry - Master of Education
University of the Philippines
DST-Chemistry - Diploma in Science Teaching
University of the Philippines-Open University
BSEd.-General Science - Bachelor of Secondary Education
University of San Jose-Recoletos
Ph.D. Science Education -
University of Perpetual Help-System
Ph.D. - Research & Evaluation
Cebu Normal University
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