Chelsea Trulin
Summary
Passionate, multi-faceted Elementary Education, Special Education Teacher and Reading Specialist with extensive experience in teaching to the standards. Actively incorporated learning styles, concepts, and multiple intelligence theory into teaching strategies so as to maximize the learning potential of every student. Superb academic preparation combined with excellent planning and time management skills with organized systems for monitoring student progress has led to a reputation as an educator that consistently utilizes current best practice approaches with passion and commitment to best optimize student and school success. Assessment and evaluation are specialties.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Elementary Education Teacher
Buffalo Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
6th Grade Special Education Teacher
Charter School Of Inquiry
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Spanish Teacher
Saint Mary's Of The Assumption
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
Literacy Teacher and Spanish Teacher
Annunciation Of The Blessed Virgin Mary
09.2009 - 06.2014
- Improved student engagement with interactive, multisensory literacy activities for various age groups.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Integrated digital resources into lessons effectively, maximizing technology''s potential to support student learning outcomes in the realm of literacy education.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by guiding students through text-based inquiries and open-ended discussions, deepening their understanding of complex texts.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
Education
Master of Science - Literacy
Medaille College
Buffalo, NY08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Education
State University Of New York College At Buffalo
Buffalo08.2006
Skills
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom Management
- Technology Integration
- Relationship Building
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individualized Learning
- Positive Behavior Techniques
Certification
Professional Certifications
Childhood Education (1-6) New York
Students With Disabilities (1-6) New York
Literacy (Birth- 6) New York
Timeline
5th Grade Elementary Education Teacher
Buffalo Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
6th Grade Special Education Teacher
Charter School Of Inquiry
08.2021 - 06.2023
Spanish Teacher
Saint Mary's Of The Assumption
08.2014 - 06.2021
Literacy Teacher and Spanish Teacher
Annunciation Of The Blessed Virgin Mary
09.2009 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Literacy
Medaille College
Bachelor of Science - Education
State University Of New York College At Buffalo
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