Alyson Karpovich
Educator
Summary
Creative, enthusiastic, and caring teacher with 15 years of distinguished elementary and special education experience. Encourages and assists learners to face challenges and work towards their individual goals while nurturing their love of learning. Has extensive experience working with students with many different learning styles and abilities. Works hard to meet these individual needs by differentiating instruction within a productive and culturally responsive learning community.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary Teacher (Inclusion, Grades 1 and 3)
Magowan Elementary School
Edgewater Park, NJ
01.2011 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Analyzed students abilities and coordinated lessons, cooperated with executive staff members and developed individualized learning plans to overcome student obstacles.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Elementary Teacher (Grade 3, Inclusion)
Clara Barton Elementary School
Bordentown, NJ
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Elementary Teacher (Grade 3, Inclusion)
Ashbrook Elementary School
Lumberton, NJ
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Elementary Teacher (Kindergarten)
New Albany Elementary School
Cinnaminson, NJ
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
Education
M. Ed. of Literacy With Reading Specialist Cert - Education
The College of New Jersey
08.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of the Arts - Elementary Education and Special Education
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Elementary education
Special education
Classroom management
Early Reading
Lesson Planning
Student-centered learning
Trained in CPI
Differentiated instruction
Diversity and inclusion management
Activity Planning
Standardized tests
Problem-solving skills
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Curriculum selection
Technology integration
Group and individual instruction
Behavioral improvements
Safety awareness
Accomplishments
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Curriculum Development and Implementation- Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons in order to meet learning goals and state standards.
- Active in School Community and Leadership Positions, including: Mentor Teacher, NJEA Rep, PBSIS Member, IRS Case Manager, and Field Trip Coordinator
- Student Involvement - Ran after-school clubs (Art Club, Glee Club, Student Council), supervising weekly after school meetings and functions
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Magowan Elementary School in 2018.
Timeline
M. Ed. of Literacy With Reading Specialist Cert - Education
The College of New Jersey
08.2012 - 05.2016
Elementary Teacher (Inclusion, Grades 1 and 3)
Magowan Elementary School
01.2011 - Current
Elementary Teacher (Grade 3, Inclusion)
Clara Barton Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2011
Elementary Teacher (Grade 3, Inclusion)
Ashbrook Elementary School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Elementary Teacher (Kindergarten)
New Albany Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2009
Bachelor of the Arts - Elementary Education and Special Education
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
08.2003 - 05.2007