* Provide support and guidance to elementary school teachers in implementing instructional strategies and best practices.* Collaborate with teachers to develop and refine curriculum plans aligned with educational standards and student needs.* Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers to improve their instructional techniques.* Assist in the selection and implementation of instructional materials, resources, and tools to enhance student learning outcomes.* Analyze student data to identify trends and areas for improvement, and work with teachers to develop targeted interventions and instructional plans.* Serve as a resource and mentor for teachers, offering guidance on classroom management, differentiation, and student engagement strategies.* Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement among teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to support student success.

Tutoring in: Writing (all grade levels; special focus on college-level work for history, literature, classics, education, or related fields)Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary (all grade levels)ELA State Test PrepRegents (US History, Global History, English)SAT VerbalGED prep (reading comprehension/writing/test skills)Study skills (all grade levels)Grammar skills (all grade levels)Research capabilities (all grade levels)Essay structure (brainstorming, outlining, drafting, revisions) (all grade levels)Effective language use for writing personal statements, resumes, and lesson planning (for college Education majors)(Email if interested in rates/availability)*experience with children and adults

-Utilized quantitative and qualitative data to create standards-based academic aims for students needing remediation, push, and enhancement tutoring, with special focus in ELA and Social Studies-Collected and evaluated student data in order to determine program efficacy; created graphs and charts for presentation to senior managers-Designed curricula for K-12 afterschool education (STEAM, Social Studies in Dramatic Play, Sophomore Writing Bootcamp, Leadership)-Pioneered HS Curriculum Writer team to design standards-based instructional tutoring plans, coaching Writers in all content areas (ELA, SS, Science, & Math)-Adapted WIAT-III into writing assessment for high school students to determine baseline needs in semantics, grammar, and mechanics (Fall 2019)-Fostered relationships with staff at community centers and affiliated DOE schools to support neighborhood student and family needs-Collaborated with Academic Support Unit to design and lead professional developments on best practice within tutoring (ex: Finding the Right Resources, English Language Learners, Student Engagement, Academic Language, Student-Centered Planning; Best Practices in Social Studies; Power Writing)

-Taught English composition to freshman students-Designed syllabi based on university standards and research interests in sociolinguistics and community responsibility-Collaborated with cohort of instructors to plan paired new 6-credit courses on language and literacy-Courses taught: English 110 (Freshman Composition); English 210 (Writing for the Social Sciences); Freshman Inquiry Writing Seminar (Language & Literacy: The Politics of Language); English 210 (Writing for the Sciences)

-Supervised and trained staff of 15 at private learning center, including teachers and administrators-Developed students’ individualized learning plans based on assessments and teacher input-Managed programs and learning needs of 50+ students and met with parents to review student progress-Organized student-teacher assignments and schedules-Wrote and established contracts with neighborhood programs in need of tutoring services, including a martial arts studio and a non-profit for disabled adults-Taught and designed lessons in general life skills for adults with various disabilities -Maintained labor budget and payroll

Taught beginning reading, academic reading, writing, and elementary-level math to students from Kindergarten to college-level; coached older students in SAT (Verbal) and state exam prep; had one to three students per session; had weekly regulars whose academic profile changed over time according to reports and examinations.

Tutored undergraduate and graduate students in writing essays, resumes, letters, and personal statements; helped with paper outlines, grammar, and structure; facilitated better study skills; worked with some students weekly regarding specific academic difficulties, including learning disabilities and ELL/ESL; filled out monthly progress reports for return students; trained new staff tutors; coached students on content of Ancient Classics course and held group review sessions; as temporary supervisor held training sessions, coordinated staff & student schedules, resolved conflicts with students, and maintained floor.

Assisted in managing mixed-level classes that included students with physical and learning disabilities; worked one-on-one with students with particular special needs; helped co-operating teacher plan engaging in-class activities; guided students in project research using texts and technology

Planned lessons and assignments independently and with guidance; taught lessons several times a week; helped individual students with problems during and after class; worked with ELL/ESL students; graded tests and essays; organized student work