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Alison Killian Knapp

Wayne

Summary

…dedicated to helping each child succeed in the classroom

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sixth Grade Math Teacher

LINDBERGH SCHOOL
12.2008 - Current
  • Teach three 80 minute Math blocks, including Special Ed Inclusion Class and ESL Inclusion classes. (Previously five separate 40 min. periods)
  • Integrate technology into lessons to engage all learners. Tech including but not limited to Google Classroom, IXL, STAR Renaissance/Freckle.
  • Utilize Problem-Based Learning Tasks to make learning authentic and meaningful.
  • Incorporate Problem of the Week questions to encourage critical thinking and strengthen writing in Math and provide challenge.
  • Use innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences including cooperative learning and differentiation of instruction.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
  • Provided Intervention classes to at risk students using hands-on games and activities to supoort instruction.

Math Teacher

Lindbergh Afterschool Program
10.2009 - 01.2011

Title I Reading & Math Teacher (BSI)

LINDBERGH SCHOOL
08.2006 - 12.2008
  • Instructed Reading and Math classes for Grades K-7.
  • Instructed small groups in Reading and Writing, emphasizing the Four-Square writing method and Readers' Workshop strategies.
  • Created diverse and engaging Math lessons aimed at individual student needs.

Education

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) -

Marywood University
Scranton, PA
01.2006

B.S. - Marketing & International Business

Penn State University
University Park, PA
01.2002

Skills

  • Lindbergh School Teacher of the Year 2021-2022
  • Grade Level leader 2022 to present
  • Presented at the NJCIE Conference (6/12) on effective co-teaching and Centers in the Math classroom
  • Best Practice video of my instruction posted on the district webpage as well as the state INCLUDE Grant webpage (2011)

Certification

  • NJ Elementary K-6 Standard Certificate
  • NJ Middle School Math Teaching Endorsement

Timeline

Math Teacher

Lindbergh Afterschool Program
10.2009 - 01.2011

Sixth Grade Math Teacher

LINDBERGH SCHOOL
12.2008 - Current

Title I Reading & Math Teacher (BSI)

LINDBERGH SCHOOL
08.2006 - 12.2008

B.S. - Marketing & International Business

Penn State University

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) -

Marywood University