Andrea Forte
Elementary School Teacher
Glen Oaks,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, PreK-6
Oceanside Unified School District
09.2019 - Current
- Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assist struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improve student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Tutor
Self-employeed
09.2012 - Current
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Second Grade Teacher
Lawrence Union Free School District
09.2000 - 06.2007
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
First Grade Teacher
Valley Stream School District
09.1998 - 06.2000
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
05.1994
Skills
- Excellent classroom management
- Excellent collaborator with students, parents, and staff
- Able to differentiate lesson plans for students with learning differences
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong behavior management skills
- Student Engagement
Certification
- Certification Area: Pre Kindergarten, Kindergarten And Grades 1-6
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, PreK-6 - Oceanside Unified School District
09.2019 - Current
Tutor - Self-employeed
09.2012 - Current
Second Grade Teacher - Lawrence Union Free School District
09.2000 - 06.2007
First Grade Teacher - Valley Stream School District
09.1998 - 06.2000
Hofstra University - Master of Science, Elementary Education
Adelphi University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting