ALANA SILBERMAN
Port Washington,NY
Summary
Caring, creative, and highly effective math educator with 10 years of experience in teaching Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2, as well as leading multiple math departments. Highly-motivated with the desire to take on new challenges. Specialize in creating stimulating and engaging environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Upper School Math Teacher & Chairperson - Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
New Explorations into Science Technology & Math School
New York, NY
09.2016 - Current
- Teach and develop curriculum for Algebra 1 (ICT), Geometry (ICT), and Algebra 2 courses. Student Regents scores always above the City and State average.
- Consistently rated as a Highly Effective teacher through Advance teacher development and evaluation system - the highest classification in the DOE's assessment system.
- Appointed Upper School Math Department Chair for the past six years, whereby I facilitate weekly meetings to ensure vertical alignment of routines and materials as well as to build comradery amongst the team.
- Serve on the Instructional Leadership Team where I helped develop staff professional development rooted in our school's instructional focus: cultural diversity, social-emotional learning, and equity.
- Cooperating Teacher: Hosted three graduate student teachers acting as a mentor and model for effective teaching strategies, lesson & curriculum planning, and classroom management.
Math Teacher/Chairperson - Algebra 1
Secondary School for Law
Park Slope, New York
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Taught NYS Common Core Algebra 1 implementing the CUNY PERC (Peer Enabled Restructured Classroom) Model.
- Served both as the math department chair and "model classroom" for engaging students in learning.
- Served on the School Cabinet to meet with administrators and other lead teachers to drive school initiatives.
- Co-instructed an ICT class implementing differentiated instruction method.
Master Teacher
City University of New York Research Foundation
New York
07.2013 - 08.2016
- Staff teacher and curriculum developer for CUNY Research Grant Program, an innovative learning model for the urban classroom
Math Teacher/After-School Tutor
Big Apple Tutoring; TestTakers; Independent
New York
09.2005 - Current
- Tutor all levels of mathematics - elementary through college level courses.
- Work with special needs students to improve math cognitive skills.
- Coach and train students for successful performance on Math SAT’s SATII’s, ACT’s & NYS Regents exams.
- Instructed math classes for SAT TestTakers Prep.
Student Teacher/Leave Replacement Teacher
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis HS
New York, NY
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Taught integrated Algebra Honors and a college readiness course focused on Geometry, Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus.
- Received 100% student pass rate on the Integrated Algebra Regents June 2013.
Education
M.A.Ed. - Secondary Math Education
Hunter College
New York, NY05.2013
B.S. - Communication
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05.2011
Skills
- Leadership/Department Chair experience
- Curriculum design with focus on differentiated instruction, real-world application, and project based learning
- Data-driven instruction strategies
- ICT co-teaching partnerships
- Strong interpersonal and classroom management skills
- Professional development workshop creation and delivery
- Experience using Google Classroom, IO Classroom, DeltaMath, Desmos, and Microsoft Suite tools
Accomplishments and Recognitions
- Model Teacher Grant (UFT/DOE) (2019-2023) - This is a highly competitive teacher leadership position offered to "highly skilled educators with a passion and drive to improve the instructional quality of their schools."
- Math for America, Master Teacher Fellowship (2019-2023) - This is a selective fellowship offered to "accomplished" New York City mathematics and science teachers.
- Rating: Highly Effective (NYCDOE Advance Rating)
Certification
- New York State Certification in Secondary Math Education, September 2013
- New Jersey State Certification in Secondary Math Education, June 2014
- New York City Department of Education Tenured Math Teacher - September 2016
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Upper School Math Teacher & Chairperson - Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
New Explorations into Science Technology & Math School
09.2016 - Current
Math Teacher/Chairperson - Algebra 1
Secondary School for Law
09.2013 - 08.2016
Master Teacher
City University of New York Research Foundation
07.2013 - 08.2016
Student Teacher/Leave Replacement Teacher
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis HS
01.2013 - 06.2013
Math Teacher/After-School Tutor
Big Apple Tutoring; TestTakers; Independent
09.2005 - Current
M.A.Ed. - Secondary Math Education
Hunter College
B.S. - Communication
Cornell University
- New York State Certification in Secondary Math Education, September 2013
- New Jersey State Certification in Secondary Math Education, June 2014
- New York City Department of Education Tenured Math Teacher - September 2016
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