Charismatic and dependable teacher with 15 years of experience delivering educational assistance and instruction to various levels of learners. Committed to providing students with necessary tools to achieve academic goals, instilling love of learning and cooperative teamwork. Adept in application of excellent communication and problem solving skills.
Skills
Teacher's College Reading and Writing Project
Fundations Program
Fountas & Pinnell Guided Reading
Fountas & Pinnell Reading Assessment
Effectively work with parents
Teamwork/Collaboration
Work History
Classroom Teacher, 09/2010 - Current Shelby County School District – Memphis, TN,
Taught Grades Kindergarten, First, and Second
General Education Teacher in Integrated Co-Teaching Setting for 3 years, worked closely with Special Ed. Teacher on differentiate lesson plans, implementation of IEPs,
Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Meet with parent, administrators, dean, and counselor to address and resolve student behavioral issues
Classroom Teacher, 09/2005 - 06/2010 Shelby County School District – Cordova, TN,
Taught Kindergarten ICT Classroom for one year
Taught second grade general education classroom
Collaborated with my grade team
Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support
Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement
Special Education Teacher, 09/2002 - 06/2005 Aya – Coventry, RI,
Taught in 8:1:1 and 8:2:2 settings, Social skills class
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
Education
Master of Science: Literacy Specialist, Expected in 4 2004 - Lehman College of The City University of New York - The Bronx, NY, GPA:
Thesis: Use of Bibliotherapy in Teaching Social Skills to Special Education Students
Graduated with 3.5 GPA
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology Teacher Education, Expected in 4 2001 - College of New Rochelle, The - New Rochelle, NY GPA:
Psychology Major
Education Certification Program (36 credits)
Minored in Religion
Thesis: Levels of Depression in Woman Raised in a Two Parent Home vs. Single Parent Home
Graduated summa cum laude
Member of and President of Student Nation Education Association
Graduated with 3.8 GPA
President's list, Dean List
Certifications
New York State Certification in Elementary Education (Pre K - 6)
New York State Certification in Special Education (Nursery - 12)
New York State Certification in Literacy (Birth - Grade 6)
Skills
Teacher's College Reading and Writing Project
Fundations Program
Fountas & Pinnell Guided Reading
Fountas & Pinnell Reading Assessment
Effectively work with parents
Teamwork/Collaboration
Work History
Classroom Teacher, 09/2010 - Current New York City Department Of Education, P.S. 103 – Bronx, New York
Taught Grades Kindergarten, First, and Second
General Education Teacher in Integrated Co-Teaching Setting for 3 years, worked closely with Special Ed. Teacher on differentiate lesson plans, implementation of IEPs,
Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Meet with parent, administrators, dean, and counselor to address and resolve student behavioral issues
Classroom Teacher, 09/2005 - 06/2010 New York City Department Of Education, P.S. 160 – Bronx, New York
Taught Kindergarten ICT Classroom for one year
Taught second grade general education classroom
Collaborated with my grade team
Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support
Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement
Special Education Teacher, 09/2002 - 06/2005 Yonkers Public Schools – Yonkers, New York
Taught in 8:1:1 and 8:2:2 settings, Social skills class
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
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