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Taught general education students as well as individuals with learning challenges and special needs within a safe, comfortable, hands on, mainstreamed, inclusive classroom.● Designed and implemented differentiated lesson plans following TC format and to target different learning styles .● Collaborated and co planned with mentor teachers and teacher leaders to gain experience as an effective teacher.● Participated in many weekend professional development courses to implement new techniques into the classroom and further develop my teaching practices.● Incorporated engaging and fun activities into lessons to reinforce hands-on learning and lively student participation.● Incorporated writing across all content areas following TC format.● Established and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fosteringan environment of open communication and support.● Analyzed student performance with summative and formative assessments to evaluateinstructional effectiveness and to differentiate instruction.● Integrated technology into the curriculum.

Engaged young children in making predictions, observations, and hypothesis through hands on experiences through the use of games that foster imagination• Created and implemented science lesson plans for students in first and second grade following New York State common core standards.• Incorporated technology to provide challenging instruction to students of all learning levels.• Formulated clear and well maintained classroom routines and procedures designed to minimize disruption and maximize student on task time.

• Taught students from Preschool through second grade in dual language classes, self contained classes, and general education classes.• Followed and taught grade level curriculum plans as assigned by permanent teacher.• Guide students through planned activities and tended to their physical needs.• Maintained effective classroom management strategies and applied advanced teaching capabilities in all subject areas.• Followed PBIS protocol and write reports for teachers about classroom events.• Incorporated technology into every day learning activities.

Utilized small groups and differentiated instruction to collaboratively meet the individual needs of 10 students each day concentrating on reading, spelling, math, and science.• Recorded and filed daily behavior and academic independence sheets for all students on monitoring list (ABA).• Conducted assessments including progress monitoring for first and second grade students to monitor academic performance and evaluate effectiveness of instruction.o Assisted in conducting guided reading groups, word study, fluency games, author studies and various other activities to enhance fluency and comprehension for students grades K-2.o Utilized the Lucy Calking program to develop and refine strategies for writing across the curriculum while supporting greater independence and fluency through intensive writing opportunities.

-Educate children on the important of health and safety through circus arts.-Instruct child and adult students - both recreational aspiring professionals - on a variety of aerial apparatuses and circus floor arts;-Enforce and train students on proper safety habits; and perform at events and show-Coordinate and supervise day camp programs.-Conducted final editing and provided final sign-off on projects before released for publishing.-Increased social media following and brand awareness through online engagement-May make electronic corrections and rearrange text under established formats and style

Responsible for academically enriching 23 students, ages 4-5, in all subject areas including social and emotional health.• Conducted parent-teacher conferences based on academic and behavioral needs• Planned and prepared creative lessons that focused on core subjects as well as personal and academic progression.• Administered assessments to student to determine their level of learning abilities and to place into small groups for differentiated learning and instruction.

Planned and prepare activities that stimulate growth in language, social/emotional, and, motor skills.• Managed a structured, stimulating classroom with responsibility in all areas of teaching, assessment, behavior modification, and coordination of academic and social skills following Scholastic Big Day curriculum• Proactively communicated with parents to acknowledge superior work and areas of concern through discussion, newsletters, progress reports, telephone calls, home visits; and to encourage parent participation throughout the school year.• Collaborated daily with coworkers to ensure complete and comprehensive academic success for students.

Prepared preschoolers with learning readiness skills• Provided and enhanced skills necessary for literacy and early learning to bilingual children• Provided a culturally enriched classroom environment• Helped to create a warm and caring environment for young children to thrive and succeed in their academic lives

Provided the children with the life skills necessary for 2-3 year olds• Promoted and enhanced the skills necessary for early literacy and learning in a language enriched, culturally diverse school community• Provided the children with the life skills necessary for 2-3 year olds in a safe and nurturing environment