Andrea Grassotti
Jersey City,United States
Summary
Experienced Lead Teacher specializing in early childhood and elementary education, curriculum development, and differentiated instruction. Skilled in student assessment, data analysis, and parent communication, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Passionate about innovative teaching strategies and committed to student success through collaboration with educators and families.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead teacher, 4th grade
Hoboken Dual Language Charter School
Hoboken, United States
08.2023 - Current
- Instructs 4th-grade math and English, aligning with NJ standards, and enhancing student comprehension
- Differentiates lessons to support diverse learning needs, improving student engagement and outcomes
- Grades weekly, provides feedback, and updates grades online, ensuring transparency and progress tracking
- Communicates proactively with families, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Analyzes data with team weekly, refining strategies for improved student performance
English Nursery Teacher
The École
New York, United States
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Executed a curriculum in line with the NYS Common Core Standards and the French curriculum
- Collaborated with French co-teacher to harmonize and implement bilingual curriculum
- Evaluated students formally and informally and prepared assessment reports
- Communicated with parents including daily updates with online tools, in-person meetings, and emails
Co-Director and Co-Head Teacher
Garden Preschool Cooperative
Jersey City, United States
09.2011 - 05.2019
- Designed and executed a curriculum that follows a play-based philosophy and New Jersey state preschool standards
- Prepared assessment reports, provided daily updates, and held parent-teacher conferences
- Implemented creative learning solutions while mentoring student teachers and volunteers, creating an enriched educational environment
Head Teacher
Viaquenti Preschool
Jersey City, United States
09.2008 - 06.2011
- Designed and implemented project-based learning modules to enhance student engagement and cognitive development
- Collaborated closely with teachers and specialists regarding curriculum and student progress
Education
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program -
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2007
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Lesson differentiation
- Data analysis
- Assessment reporting
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Montclair State University, Standard Teaching Certificate - Preschool through Grade 3, 12/31/10
- Children’s Yoga Teacher Certification, 08/01/15
Timeline
Lead teacher, 4th grade
Hoboken Dual Language Charter School
08.2023 - Current
English Nursery Teacher
The École
09.2019 - 08.2023
Co-Director and Co-Head Teacher
Garden Preschool Cooperative
09.2011 - 05.2019
Head Teacher
Viaquenti Preschool
09.2008 - 06.2011
- Montclair State University, Standard Teaching Certificate - Preschool through Grade 3, 12/31/10
- Children’s Yoga Teacher Certification, 08/01/15
Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program -
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Rutgers University
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