Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners
Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities
Developed strong relationships with administration and parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
Increased child engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to TLE Curriclum
Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
Third Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
06.2020 - 12.2023
Prepared, created and taught lessons in all areas of curriculum
Fostered positive relationships and rapport with families
Differentiated lessons and instruction to meet the needs of various learners in the class
Provided constructive feedback to students in a timely manner
Worked with third grade team to revise and further develop all areas of the third grade curriculum
Preschool Director
Williamsburg Neighborhood Nursery School
09.2018 - 06.2020
Planned, organized, directed and and supervised programs for ages
six month olds through six year olds
Facilitated positive relations among preschool staff, parents, and our
students
Managed the hiring and onboarding of new teachers
Used strong supervisory, leadership, and communication skills to create a nurturing enviornment for the students we served
Co-Director Of Literacy and Assessment
Oakland Unified School District
06.2016 - 06.2018
Worked with a multitude of schools from grades kindergarten through sixth grade
Helped develop curriculum on issues of race, culture and diversity in urban schools
Worked directly with teachers on the development of relevant issues into their literacy instruction
Developed test taking techniques for students
Second Grade Teacher
New York Department Of Education
01.2015 - 06.2016
Effective classroom management, emphasizing organization and delivering of information
Apply varied literacy approaches to reading instruction
Differentiated instruction for range of student abilities using building resources, core curriculum materials and phonics program
Collaborate with IEP team to support the growth of students
Substitute Teacher
San Francisco Department of Education
09.2014 - 01.2015
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Master of Educational Leadership
Montclair State University
Montclair
08-2026
Master of Science - Literacy Specialist
Stanford University
Stanford, CA
01-2018
Bachelor of Science - Education Studies
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY
08-2014
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
The Learning Experience
01.2024 - 12.2024
Third Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
06.2020 - 12.2023
Preschool Director
Williamsburg Neighborhood Nursery School
09.2018 - 06.2020
Co-Director Of Literacy and Assessment
Oakland Unified School District
06.2016 - 06.2018
Second Grade Teacher
New York Department Of Education
01.2015 - 06.2016
Substitute Teacher
San Francisco Department of Education
09.2014 - 01.2015
Associate of Science - Master of Educational Leadership