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Christine Hamilton

Rochester,NY

Summary

Focused and dedicated educator with 26 years of experience in Deaf Education, serving students from K–12. As a native user of ASL and English, I provide instruction in both languages, ensuring full access to learning for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Skilled in developing and adapting lesson plans to meet district and state standards, and tailoring instruction to diverse learner needs. Experienced in creating engaging, accessible class materials, assigning and assessing work, and using both traditional and modern teaching approaches. A diplomatic communicator with parents, students, and colleagues, committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and language-rich learning environment.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher

Rochester School for the Deaf
09.2024 - Current
  • Work one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Communicate student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Help students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Prepare materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.

Teacher Assistant

Rochester School for the Deaf
09.1994 - 06.2024
  • Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
  • Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.

Education

Master of Science - Secondary Education

Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Gallaudet University
Washington, D.C.
05-1993

High School Diploma -

Rochester School For The Deaf
Rochester, NY
06-1987

Skills

  • Materials sourcing
  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Individualized instruction

Timeline

Elementary Teacher

Rochester School for the Deaf
09.2024 - Current

Teacher Assistant

Rochester School for the Deaf
09.1994 - 06.2024

Master of Science - Secondary Education

Rochester Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Gallaudet University

High School Diploma -

Rochester School For The Deaf
Christine Hamilton
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