ANDREA HOSHKO SMITH
Parma Heights,OH
Summary
Dedicated State-Licensed Educator with 20 years of classroom experience fostering academic and social-emotional growth. Skilled in guiding diverse student populations to exceed diagnostic targets through data analysis and multi-tiered interventions. Experienced in creating inclusive learning environments using Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Pursuing special education fast-track completion and eligible for 1-Year Supplemental Intervention Specialist licensure.
Overview
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1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten & Second Grade Teacher
Constellation Schools
Parma, OH
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Achieved exceptional year-end growth on i-Ready diagnostic assessments, delivering a 137% growth rate in Mathematics and a 125% growth rate in Reading.
- Led a classroom of 18 students where 15 successfully met or exceeded their individualized academic growth goals.
- Delivered differentiated primary instruction that promoted continuous academic progress aligned with Ohio learning standards and diagnostic metrics.
- Analyzed i-Ready student data to identify and address foundational reading and mathematics gaps, enhancing student understanding and performance.
- Collaborated directly with special education intervention specialists to smoothly integrate IEP accommodations and modify lesson plans within the general education environment.
- Cultivated an emotionally safe, predictable classroom community using school-wide PBIS expectations, positive reinforcement, de-escalation strategies, and specialized "calming corners"
Kindergarten, K-2 Gifted & Title I Teacher
Breakthrough Public Schools
Cleveland, OH
01.2014 - 01.2023
- Provided 8 years of structured, data-driven classroom instruction, maintaining an established track record of high student performance and significant standard mastery on state testing.
- Partnered with academic coaches, special education intervention specialists, and speech pathologists to co-design tailored accommodations that addressed diverse cognitive and developmental profiles, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Created and maintained interactive classroom student-teacher data tracking bulletin boards, enabling learners to visually monitor their progress and actively participate in closing achievement gaps.
- Developed dynamic Common Core ELA and math lessons with multi-tiered accommodations to systematically support Title I and at-risk learners, fostering independence and reducing reliance on outside services.
International ESL Coach / Instructional Mentor
Teach Away
Dubai
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Coordinated culturally responsive instructional plans that advanced literacy milestones and improved standardized oral diagnostic outcomes.
- Instructed teaching staff on phonemic awareness, phonics structures, and writing mechanics, while fostering fundamental English language proficiency.
- Mentored international and local faculty on foundational U.S. pedagogical frameworks, enhancing instructional practices and cultural competency.
Second & Third Grade Teacher
Broward County Public Schools
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Planned standards-based lessons for second and third grade classrooms at Broward County Public Schools.
- Delivered differentiated instruction aligned with district curriculum and state benchmarks.
- Engineered interactive math and literacy blocks from diagnostic data, increasing student engagement.
- Cultivated trust-based partnerships with families to enhance early reading and foundational math skills.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive routines and clear expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Science of Education
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH5-Year Professional Teacher License - Early Childhood Education (Grades PreK-3)
Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW)
Skills
- Data-Driven Tiered Interventions (MAP / i-Ready)
- IEP & 504 Plan Alignment & Accommodations
- Special Education Faculty Collaboration
- Classroom Management & PBIS Frameworks
- Literacy intervention strategies
- Differentiated Lesson Design & Accommodations
- Foundational Literacy & Phonics Specialists
- Cross-Cultural & ESOL Instructional Modules
- Parent, Family, & Community Engagement
Personal Information
Title: State-Licensed Educator (PreK-3) | Eligible for Immediate Ohio Supplemental Special Education Licensure
Certification
Supplemental Eligibility: Fully qualified for immediate 1-Year Supplemental Intervention Specialist (K-12) credentialing upon direct school district online CORE portal nomination.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (300+ IN-SERVICE HOURS)
- Methods of Teaching ESOL: Advanced strategies for integrating language and content instruction for multilingual learners.
- ESOL Curriculum & Materials: Designing culturally responsive, differentiated learning materials for diverse student populations.
- Cross-Cultural Communication & Understanding: Leveraging cultural backgrounds to build inclusive, supportive classroom environments.
- Testing & Evaluation of ESOL: Utilizing language proficiency data to track student development and align targeted interventions.
- Applied Linguistics: Analyzing language acquisition structures to support fundamental literacy and phonics growth.
Disclaimer
Best regards, Andrea Hoshko Smith
Timeline
Kindergarten & Second Grade Teacher
Constellation Schools
01.2023 - 01.2025
Kindergarten, K-2 Gifted & Title I Teacher
Breakthrough Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2023
International ESL Coach / Instructional Mentor
Teach Away
01.2010 - 01.2012
Second & Third Grade Teacher
Broward County Public Schools
01.2004 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Science of Education
Cleveland State University
5-Year Professional Teacher License - Early Childhood Education (Grades PreK-3)
Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW)