Amanda Troiano
Howell,NJ
Summary
Well-qualified Reading Specialist with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ELA Interventionist
Clifton T. Barkalow Middle School
Freehold, NJ
01.2022 - Current
- Grades 6-8
- Worked with students within the lowest 20% on MAP scores to improve their reading skills
- Utilized Reader’s/Writer’s Workshop small group instructional model to address reading and writing deficits in the middle school classroom
- Worked with teachers in 7th and 8th grade to improve student learning using a push-in intervention model
- Utilized MAP data and Fountas and Pinnell data to work drive instruction
- Member of the I&RS committee monthly committee to advocate for students’ needs
- Received training from Teacher’s College on small group instruction
- Just Words trained as of 7/29/2022
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Teacher
Perth Amboy High School
Perth Amboy, NJ
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Taught in a remote learning environment
- Utilized a variety of online programs to drive instruction and engage students including: Google Meet, Nearpod, Kami, Break out rooms, Google Slides, Google Forms, Albert IO, STAR testing, KAHOOT- IT and Performance Matters
- Developed student centered lessons specifically focusing on differentiated instruction
- Ran professional development workshops for colleagues on many Ed-Tech platforms such as Newsela, Nearpod, Kami and Google slides.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students
- Piloted program to address proposed state subject area competencies and standards
Reading Specialist
James J. Flynn School
Perth Amboy, NJ
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Utilized DRA2, CORE Press, Words Their Way Spelling Inventory, Orton- Gillingham, District Sight Word list and Star test to gather data on student to make data driven decision making for each lesson
- Create individualized instruction for each student based on their data
- Created a successful virtual leaning environment fully remote including platforms such as Google Meet, Kami, Google Classroom, Google Slides, Google Forms, Reading A-Z, Loom, and Flip Grid
- Logged and kept record of student’s growth throughout the year using many assessments as listed above to implement best practiced needed for mastery of skill
- Using anecdotal notes for sufficient data and presenting to CST, each year 2-4 children were accepted into special services
- Organized and Facilitated Literacy Nights for each season/ holiday by finding teacher volunteers and inviting all students and families
- Ran the “Read Across America Day” program by inviting community members to read to students
- Created parent workshops through community outreach programs to educate parents on ways to help their students with literacy skills
- Was a member of the I&RS/ SST weekly meetings to advocate for student’s needs
- Active leader in the Climate Committee
- Helped run the Scholastic Book Fair every year
- Implemented specific strategies and modifications to enhance learning for ELL students and special needs students
- Created and implemented professional development workshops for teachers to enhance their skills in phonics, dyslexia and other literacy skills.
- Wrote and delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation
Language Arts Teacher
Samuel E. Shull School
Perth Amboy, NJ
09.2011 - 06.2016
- Designed a Reading Intervention scope and sequence program targeting the bottom 20% of the student body
- Utilized a variety of diagnostic tools such as the DRA2, STAR test and Spelling Inventory to develop a curriculum that is data driven and specific for each individual student
- Differentiating and executing lessons for students of various learning abilities, such as Gifted and Talented, General Education, and Special Education students Created and implemented district Professional Development for schools: Guided Reading; Annotating using Newsela for middle school language arts teachers
- Motivating “high risk” and “bubble students” through small group and individualized instruction
- Teaching through a variety of strategies such as word sorts, hands on learning, and multiple exposures to texts.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Assisted 4-6 children per station during small-group learning periods.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and Parent Teacher Club.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
Adjunct Professor of English
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Taught adult learners how to utilize reading skills productively to enhance their college experience.
- Used McGraw-Hill technology lab programs to enhance writing skills and grammar.
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within classroom.
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.
- Designed and developed instructional activities using data from student learning style assessments.
- Defined and articulated goal learning outcomes, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge
- Made use of available technologies in daily learning, such as McGraw Hill and NoRedInk.
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05.2014
Supervisor Certificate, P-12 -
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ8.2022
Bachelor of Art - English
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ5.2009
Skills
- Managed classroom routine, procedure, and enriched student culture environment at high performing level Certified Responsive Classroom representative for social and emotional needs embedded in daily routine
- Qualified in Orton Gillingham, Writers Workshop, Reading Horizons, DRA, CORE assessment, Sue Dixon phonics, Fountas and Pinnell Level Literacy Program, Reading Wonders, Just Words and SIOP Model
- Proficiency in technology platforms and ran professional development for staff including: Newsela, CommonLit, Genesis, Schoology, Performance Matters, Frontline Products, Google Classroom, Seesaw, Kami, Nearpod, Jam board, Epic books, I-Ready, Performance Matters, Star Literacy, Remind app, Class Dojo, and Infinite Campus
- Interactive Media
- Behavior Modeling
- Educational Support
- Individual Education Plan Expertise
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Teacher Training
- Remote Assistance
Accomplishments
- Received a 4 SGP score/ highest test scores in the Perth Amboy School district
- CORE Literacy Team Member
- James J
- Flynn SST member and I&RS
- James J Flynn Climate Committee Member
- District Professional Development Committee 2014-2015 2016- 2020 2018-2020 2020-2021
Certification
Reading Specialist k-12
Supervisor Certificate P-12
Just Words 4-8
Orton-Gillingham Trained
Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy Instructor
Timeline
ELA Interventionist
Clifton T. Barkalow Middle School
01.2022 - Current
Teacher
Perth Amboy High School
10.2020 - 01.2022
Reading Specialist
James J. Flynn School
01.2016 - 01.2020
Adjunct Professor of English
Middlesex County College
09.2014 - 05.2016
Language Arts Teacher
Samuel E. Shull School
09.2011 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Reading Specialist
New Jersey City University
Supervisor Certificate, P-12 -
New Jersey City University
Bachelor of Art - English
Montclair State University
Reading Specialist k-12
Supervisor Certificate P-12
Just Words 4-8
Orton-Gillingham Trained
Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy Instructor
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