Caroline Ciampanella

5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

American Renaissance School

08.2015 - Current

Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and continually improve my teaching practice.
Led professional development workshops for fellow educators focused on best practices in teaching English Language Arts at the elementary level.
Enhanced students'' writing skills through targeted instruction and constructive feedback on written assignments.
Increased parental involvement in student learning by maintaining regular communication and hosting informative events for families.
Collaborated with other teachers to develop interdisciplinary units that connected English Language Arts with other subject areas.
Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students, ensuring academic growth and success.
Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
Provided individualized support for struggling learners through targeted interventions and personalized learning plans.
Mentored new teachers in effective instructional practices, helping them acclimate quickly to the school culture and succeed in their roles.
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, contributing to a supportive school community.
Utilized data-driven assessments to track student progress, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
Implemented project-based learning experiences that challenged students to apply their knowledge in real-world contexts.
Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Improved student reading comprehension by implementing a variety of literacy strategies and activities.