Gitanya Walker Email & Phone Number

Greater New York City Area

As a lead teacher at TEP, I create lesson plans based on the schools choice of curriculum. Each lesson plan is developed with the purpose to differentiate my instruction in order to incorporate struggling learners, ELL and students with IEP’s. Along with creating lesson plans, I also observe and evaluate students performance and development. In order to create a positive learning environment I manage student behavior in my classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. I… Show more As a lead teacher at TEP, I create lesson plans based on the schools choice of curriculum. Each lesson plan is developed with the purpose to differentiate my instruction in order to incorporate struggling learners, ELL and students with IEP’s. Along with creating lesson plans, I also observe and evaluate students performance and development. In order to create a positive learning environment I manage student behavior in my classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. I communicate with families weekly in order to bridge the classroom and home and to also inform families of students progress. I am also a Math Lead, in this role I create and lead Professional Developments in order to train teachers on Math Curriculum. In performing this role I also observe teachers teaching math and give each Kindergarten teacher feedback related to math. Show less

Leading and supported a dynamic team of teachers. Responsible for driving learning and teaching within my own class and within the grade, while fostering collaborative practices among classroom teachers at weekly meetings. I reported directly to the school Principal, Director, and Assistant director.

Prepared and facilitated unit-based grade team inquiry-based math professional developments. Trained and supported teachers with math curriculum, independent practice results, cognitive guided instruction progress, as well as unit assessment scores and analyses for the kindergarten grade team.

Worked closely with the founder to collect data and research through a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion lens to support educators with curriculum and instruction development. • Created concepts for clients and facilitated trainings and coaching sessions for +70 teachers.

Greater Atlanta Area

Participated as an AmeriCorps member in an award-winning network of volunteers who provideindividualized attention and positive adult-child relationships to prepare children attendingpreschool in low-income neighborhoods for school success. Led four peers to provide developmentally appropriateeducational activities, with a focus on language and literacy, to young children. Coached team members by modeling developmentally appropriate practices and guiding reflection and discussion… Show more Participated as an AmeriCorps member in an award-winning network of volunteers who provideindividualized attention and positive adult-child relationships to prepare children attendingpreschool in low-income neighborhoods for school success. Led four peers to provide developmentally appropriateeducational activities, with a focus on language and literacy, to young children. Coached team members by modeling developmentally appropriate practices and guiding reflection and discussion related to adult practice and children’s development. Show less

Mableton, Georgia

Responsible for developing in each student an interest in and the ability for creative expression in visual terms, using skills and techniques of artistic expression consistent with school guidelines; to develop aesthetic understandings and appreciations; to discover and develop talents of students in the field of art. Planned and organized art shows, for parents to view camper’s inventive art pieces for the week.Ensure that each child is dropped off and picked up by their parents/guardians.

Brooklyn, New York

As a Fellow, I worked and taught in one of Uncommon’s schools. Excellence Girls Charter School with the support of a mentor teacher, Summer Academy Director, and STF staff. I engaged in professional development sessions 2-3 times per week. During Summer Academy I had the privilege of teaching 1st grade science, and reading.

Beijing, China And Ansbach, Germany

Camp Adventure provides a wide array of opportunities to serve children and youth, integrate theory with practice, develop new knowledge, skills and competencies, as well as to be a part of a worthwhile endeavor. Camp Adventure Youth Services program is noted for its dynamism, international experience, zest, energy, and enthusiasm, as well as commitment to quality and excellence.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Education, Kindergarten

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Sociology

Bachelor'S Degree, Sociology

Sociology is the study of human social relationships and institutions. Sociology’s subject matter is diverse, ranging from crime.

Education record

My first two years at FAMU were life changing. Due to a Family Emergency I transferred back home to attend Georgia State University.