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Austin, Texas, United States

Inclusion Teacher for Honors Literature and Composition Caseload Manager

Brooklyn, NY

Co-teach 9th grade Global History, ELA and AdvisoryWrite and implement the student's Individual Education PlanGrade Team Leader Special Education Liaison

New York, NY

Completed a rigorous program dedicated to providing the highest-quality alternative certification teacher training in NYC through continuous feedback and practice based learning. Received specialized training for high needs populations at P.S. 086 Kingsbridge Heights School in Bronx, NY. Earned a Master of Science in Education (MSED) for Adolescent Special.

Greater New York City Area

After successfully completing a year of service with the AmeriCorps and contributing positively to the community I received the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award.

Harlem, NY

Co-taught first and third grade during extended class periods; students received additional help to meet or exceed standardsAssessed the progress of students through technology; ameliorated user accessibility to students’ I-ready databaseCreated lesson plans based on Common Core standards; procured a wealth of professional and personal educational knowledge

Lakewood

Supervised a classroom of 15 children ages 5 to 12; all school assignments were successfully completed Planned and catered curriculum to science, math, and literacy assignments; students exceeded school standardsDesigned and oversaw a hands-on gardening project; the garden continues to be an integral learning element of the program

Tacoma

Explored and developed knowledge regarding incoming product; quick and decisive answers for customer questions Managed freight during constrained time; properly and accurately displayed merchandise to meet or exceed company and vendor standardsTailored customer’s wishes to satisfactory product recommendation; received personal high scores post-sale.

Lakewood

Assisted the first grade lead teacher; daily tasks, homework, and projects were completed on timeFacilitated small literacy groups; amplified students’ interpersonal skills and reading scores Evaluated the applicability of technology in a learning environment; illustrated how a Smart Board could be used for creativity

Tacoma

Planned bi-weekly family day events; increased the store’s social engagement in the community Aided art activities for scheduled social events; increased customer satisfaction and retentionCommunicated with vendors to ensure products’ readiness in the store; merchandise arrived ahead of schedule

Steilacoom

Co-taught a preschool of twelve children ages 2 ½ to 6; successfully employed Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches Collaborated daily with parents; enhanced quality of care and retained 100% of students for the following yearDocumented children’s knowledge, growth, and health; compiled data for curriculum building, statistics, and pattern analysis

Gig Harbor

Attained proper certifications and training in an expedited time; increased personal compensation and career opportunitiesCreated adaptive curriculums; improved cognizance of classroom necessities and growth opportunitiesTrained staff on school policies, expectations, and standard operating procedures; increased staff retention

Master Of Science In Education (Msed), Adolescent Special Education, Grades 7-12

Bachelor Of Arts, History, Multicultural Studies, And Political Science

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.), Elementary Education And Teaching