Allison Purcell
New Providence
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in fostering student engagement and enhancing learning outcomes, as demonstrated at Rahway Public Schools. Skilled in adaptive learning tools and collaborative teamwork, I excel in creating differentiated instruction that meets diverse needs. My approach has significantly improved student performance, leveraging data-driven decision making and parent-teacher collaboration for holistic development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Math Teacher
Rahway Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
- Addressed diverse learning needs by differentiating instruction, ensuring each student had an opportunity to succeed.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and group discussions.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing student motivation and success.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by creating interactive lessons and employing various multimedia resources.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of weakness and adjust teaching strategies accordingly, resulting in improved student performance overall.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops, staying current on educational trends and techniques.
Teacher of Students With Autism
Rahway Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed engaging lesson plans to foster student learning and engagement.
- Improved classroom environment by implementing interactive teaching methods.
- Developed curriculum materials for enhanced student understanding.
- Boosted student participation with innovative teaching strategies.
- Facilitated learning by providing individualized support to students.
Kindergarten Teacher
Newark Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
Education
Master of Arts - School Leadership
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ08-2025
Master of Arts - Students With Disabilities
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Early Childhood Education
Arcadia University
Glenside PA05-2012
Skills
- Growth mindset encouragement
- Collaborative teamwork
- Adaptive learning tools
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Data-driven decision making
Certification
- Elementary Education Certification - [State] Department of Education.
- Special Education Certification - [State] Department of Education.
Timeline
5th Grade Math Teacher
Rahway Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Teacher of Students With Autism
Rahway Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Newark Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2021
Master of Arts - School Leadership
Montclair State University
Master of Arts - Students With Disabilities
Arcadia University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Early Childhood Education
Arcadia University
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