Brittany LaMontanaro
Dix Hills,New York
Summary
Experienced with classroom management and curriculum implementation. Utilizes adaptive teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs. Knowledge of effective communication and collaboration techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanent Substitute Teacher
East Lake Elementary School
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Adapted curriculum materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, increasing overall comprehension levels among students.
- Maintained strong student-teacher communication, ensuring consistent support for achievement.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student outcomes through collaborative planning efforts with staff members.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Incorporated multimedia resources into lesson plans, creating more dynamic and interactive learning experiences for students.
- Increased student participation by fostering a positive and supportive classroom environment.
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Northside Elementary School
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Implement classroom learning & behavioral strategies for students with developmental disabilities.
- Follow daily instructional plans assigned & modify for students who may need.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive and focused learning environment for all students.
- Instruct students in educational lessons, as well as specials including gym, music, art, etc.
- Supported special education team by modifying lesson plans and providing accommodations for students with diverse learning needs .
- Experience with instructional procedures for virtual learning by utilizing technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and digital resources to enhance student engagement and understanding of course material.
- Implemented data-driven instruction strategies to address the unique needs of each student, leading to improved academic outcomes.
- Designed creative project-based assignments that encouraged teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
Teacher Aid / Assistant
Hagedorn Little Village School
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Implement classroom learning and behavioral strategies for students with developmental disabilities
- Reinforce lessons presented by the head teacher through reviewing material with students one-on-one or in small groups as per Common Core Standards
- Work with students as they use problem-solving skills through meaningful sensory-based activities and hands on cognitive learning experiences
Student Teacher
Old Country Road Elementary School
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Deliver instruction to students in 2nd and 4th grade based off the Common Core Curriculum
- Assist cooperating teacher with designing and implementing lesson plans, supplemental engaging activities, and assessments
- Conduct whole class, small group, & individual classroom activities with a diverse group of differentiated learners
- Perform cooperating teacher's daily lessons due to an absence
Substitute/ Teacher Assistant
Kiddie Academy of Farmingdale (NAEYC Accredited)
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Plan, create, and implement lessons with head teacher based of topics of basic knowledge (colors, numbers, letters)
- Guide students in working on their fine motor skills, imaginative play, and family dining etiquette
Teacher Assistant
Christ Lutheran Church Nursery School
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Worked parallel with head teacher on student's motor skills and further guide and improve child development
Education
Master of Science - Elementary and Special Education (1-6)
Touro College
Bayshore, New York01.2025
B.S. - Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
SUNY College at Old Westbury
Old Westbury, New York05.2017
Undergraduate program - Early Childhood Education
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, South Carolina05.2013
High School Diploma -
Farmingdale High School
Farmingdale, New York01.2012
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Movie Maker
- Schoology
- Nearpod
- Kahoot
- Flipgrid
- Live teaching
- Virtual teaching
- SMART technology
- EPSON technology
- NEWLINE technology
- Special needs education
- Creative interactive lesson planning
- Social emotional learning
- Core Values
- Google- Meet/ Drive/ Docs/ Jamboard/ Classroom/ Sheets/ Slides/ Chat
Awardsandacknowledgements
- Rose Celentano Award, Farmingdale High School, Farmingdale, New York, Given to the top cheerleader who has 10 or more years of experience with the expertise of gymnastics, dance, cheer, and stunt choreography and high academics.
- Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, Promote and build confident women and 'strong girls' who celebrate sisterhood and inspire the highest type of womanhood. This is done by advocating ethical behavior, respect, authenticity, accountability, and integrity. Fundraise money for Relay for Life, Girls on the Run International, and Breast Cancer in several creative ways to engage students and individuals to participate. Sunshine Chair-Required to spread positivity to those sisters who are in need of help in unique and creative ways.
Timeline
Permanent Substitute Teacher
East Lake Elementary School
09.2022 - 03.2023
Permanent Building Substitute Teacher
Northside Elementary School
09.2020 - 11.2021
Teacher Aid / Assistant
Hagedorn Little Village School
09.2017 - 10.2019
Student Teacher
Old Country Road Elementary School
02.2017 - 05.2017
Substitute/ Teacher Assistant
Kiddie Academy of Farmingdale (NAEYC Accredited)
07.2015 - 05.2016
Teacher Assistant
Christ Lutheran Church Nursery School
07.2013 - 07.2015
B.S. - Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
SUNY College at Old Westbury
Undergraduate program - Early Childhood Education
Coastal Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Farmingdale High School
Master of Science - Elementary and Special Education (1-6)
Touro College
Similar Profiles
Kabrina PerkinsKabrina Perkins
Kindergarten Teacher at Mt. Aetna Adventist SchoolKindergarten Teacher at Mt. Aetna Adventist School
Amy L. WarrenAmy L. Warren
ASD Support Paraeducator at Pleasant Lake Elementary School/Walled Lake Consolidated SchoolsASD Support Paraeducator at Pleasant Lake Elementary School/Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
Stacy ZinneckerStacy Zinnecker
K-2 Physical Education Teacher at Lake View Elementary School, Page Unified SchoolK-2 Physical Education Teacher at Lake View Elementary School, Page Unified School