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Aaron Afflitto

Springfield Township,NJ

Summary

Innovative educator specializing in curriculum development and classroom management. Focused on enhancing student engagement through creative lesson planning and technology integration. Experienced in coordinating school-wide projects and video productions, while effectively supporting diverse learning needs through tailored instructional strategies.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

NYC Department of Education
Staten Island, NY
02.2004 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that increased student participation and aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies that enhanced student behavior and fostered a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
  • Utilized technology tools to support diverse learning needs and engagement.
  • Collaborated with administrators and department team members on curriculum planning and assessment methods to ensure cohesive instructional delivery.
  • Organized and managed student-led video productions and broadcasts across the school

TV Production Associate

Staten Island Newscenter
Staten Island, New York
08.1999 - 09.2004
  • Produced videos from concept through post-production using AVID
  • Operated cameras to capture high-quality footage for various productions.
  • Collaborated with directors to understand and implement creative visions.
  • Managed camera angles and framing to achieve optimal shot composition and visual storytelling.
  • Edited raw footage for television broadcasts to ensure high-quality presentation.
  • Edited video content using industry-standard software for final production.
  • Operated studio cameras during live broadcasts and recorded segments.
  • Set up lighting equipment to enhance visual quality of scenes.
  • Coordinated logistics and planned shooting schedules to streamline production processes on set.
  • Maintained camera equipment to ensure proper functioning during shoots.
  • Trained junior cameramen on best practices and technical skills in filming.
  • Assisted directors in executing creative vision through camera work.
  • Calibrated and adjusted machine settings according to production needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Instructional Technology

Touro College
New York, NY
08-2006

Bachelor of Science - Communications

College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY
06-2000

Skills

  • lesson planning
  • classroom management
  • technology integration
  • curriculum development
  • assessment design
  • video production

Affiliations

  • AV club advisor
  • YABC TV Production teacher & Video producer

Timeline

Teacher

NYC Department of Education
02.2004 - Current

TV Production Associate

Staten Island Newscenter
08.1999 - 09.2004

Master of Arts - Instructional Technology

Touro College

Bachelor of Science - Communications

College of Staten Island
Aaron Afflitto