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New York, United States

Develop and teach engaging lessons that follow the rigorous, Common Core aligned Ascend curriculumUse formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery of standardsBuild a warm and inclusive classroom environment, implementing the practices of Responsive ClassroomEstablish and maintain strong relationships with students and familiesActively participate in grade-level meetings, collaborative planning, and professional development,… Show more Develop and teach engaging lessons that follow the rigorous, Common Core aligned Ascend curriculumUse formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery of standardsBuild a warm and inclusive classroom environment, implementing the practices of Responsive ClassroomEstablish and maintain strong relationships with students and familiesActively participate in grade-level meetings, collaborative planning, and professional development, including an annual summer instituteAccept ultimate responsibility for the academic progress of his or her students, and work actively to overcome setbacks Show less

Brooklyn, New York

Support outstanding academic achievement and student character development.Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students as they reach their full potential.Build classroom community and relationships with families, participating in a powerful team that ensures all students make outstanding academic progress.Support individual students through one-on-one tutoring or small group instruction.Support… Show more Support outstanding academic achievement and student character development.Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students as they reach their full potential.Build classroom community and relationships with families, participating in a powerful team that ensures all students make outstanding academic progress.Support individual students through one-on-one tutoring or small group instruction.Support lead teachers in one or more subject with grading, preparation of class materials and classroom management- taking on more teaching responsibility throughout the year as appropriate.Assist the lead homeroom teacher in running a structured homeroom in the morning and serve as an advisor to 5-10 students. Collaborate with Resident Advisor to evaluate and improve mastery of instruction, culture building, and leadership skills.Attend weekly teacher in residence professional development, team planning and data analysis meetings, and informal learning and development opportunities, in support of constant growth.Observe high-performing teachers throughout the school.Complete Deliberate Practice pre-work to sharpen your pedagogical knowledge prior to practice. Show less

Assist in developing lesson plans based on state requirements and the specific needs of each child. Collaborate with teachers to monitor the development of each child. Understand the teacher’s routine when it comes to delivering a lesson plan and running the class in the event that the teacher is absent on a particular day. Work with children in the classroom to promote their learning and development. Help supervise students in class, between classes, during… Show more Assist in developing lesson plans based on state requirements and the specific needs of each child. Collaborate with teachers to monitor the development of each child. Understand the teacher’s routine when it comes to delivering a lesson plan and running the class in the event that the teacher is absent on a particular day. Work with children in the classroom to promote their learning and development. Help supervise students in class, between classes, during lunch and recess, and on field trips. Make sure that the pupils you support are able to engage in learning and stay on task during the lesson or activity. Show less

United States

Assist children with homework and test preparation to ensure retention as well as accuracy.Plan and conduct outdoor activities to help children learn new skills.Teach computers, sports, board games, etc. to diversify learning.Maintain discipline among children and take action for erratic behavior.

United States

Counseled individuals to overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.Observed students during classroom and play activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.Planned, coordinated, and executed activities while guiding campers in personal growth and daily living skills.Assisted in supervision of campers while championing program initiatives and camp… Show more Counseled individuals to overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.Observed students during classroom and play activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.Planned, coordinated, and executed activities while guiding campers in personal growth and daily living skills.Assisted in supervision of campers while championing program initiatives and camp mission.Provided leadership to campers and acted as a role model in all areas of camp activities, including cleanliness, punctuality, chores, rules, and sportsmanship.Contributed to verbal and written evaluations, activity planning, and administration. Show less

Master'S Degree, Elementary Education And Teaching, First Year Graduate Student

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology