CLAIRE PALMISANO
Metairie,LA
Summary
Experienced, student-focused educator with 18 years of teaching excellence in Jefferson Parish Public Schools. Dedicated to fostering high academic achievement in 5th Grade Science and Social Studies with a strong record of instructional leadership, mentoring colleagues, and implementing data-driven instructional practices. Passionate about advancing instructional quality as a Master Teacher to support educators district-wide.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Science & Social Studies Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public School System
01.2006 - Current
- Deliver standards-aligned instruction to upper elementary students.
- Lead data analysis cycles to close achievement gaps and improve proficiency rates.
- Facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on assessment and instruction.
- Mentor and coach early-career and resident teachers.
- Support school improvement planning aligned to district goals.
- Partner with families to promote student growth and engagement.
- Instructional Leadership
- PLC Facilitator
- Teacher Mentor
- Curriculum Alignment Contributor
- Data Team Member
- Professional Development Facilitator
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Technology implementation
- Student needs assessment
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative learning
- Progress monitoring
Certification
- Louisiana Teaching Certificate (Active)
- Highly Qualified in Science and Social Studies
Timeline
5th Grade Science & Social Studies Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public School System
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Louisiana State University
Mentor Credential
Certified to Mentor Teachers in the State of Louisiana