Claire Queenan
Asbury Nursery School
80 Crestwood Ave, Yonkers,NY
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Elementary School Teacher with experience in early and elementary education, along with collaborative teaching methods. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using up to date research approaches.
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
1 Year 10 Months- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance the needs of diverse learners in an ICT setting.
- Collaborating with co-teachers to facilitate IEP meetings with our school team and parents, fostering collaborative goal-setting that relied on data and students needs.
- Utilized various assessment tools, such as I-Ready and Words their Way Spelling Inventory, to evaluate student progress and tailor instruction to individual needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, including Thinking Maps and Aim Pathways to Proficient Reading Course, to stay current with best practices in teaching methods.
- Served as a grade-level team delegate for the LTG Digital Age Grant aimed to develop and utilize learning technologies that enhance both teaching and learning across disciplines.
Nursery School Teacher and Substitute
3 Years 6 Months- Established a safe, inclusive classroom environment that promoted social interaction and development among children ages 2 to 5.
- Ensuring that classroom routines were well established in order to support the student environment and maintain consistent schedules.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create activities that fostered foundational learning skills in preschool children, including recognition of letters, colors, and numbers.
- Facilitated interactive sessions called "I Spy Journals" that guided students in developing their writing abilities by observing, drawing, and verbalizing their surrounding environments.
- Create weekly newsletters to send to guardians regarding the past week’s events and upcoming important dates.
Private Tutor
2 Years 3 Months- Developed individualized learning plans based on up to date research based strategies for each student, addressing their specific needs and goals in language proficiency.
- Incorporated real-life examples into lessons to make concepts more relatable and engaging for students.
- Collaborated with guardians to monitor students' progress, providing updates on achievements and areas for improvement after every session.
Camp Counselor
5 Years 1 Month- Supervise campers to ensure their safety as they take part in recreational and educational activities.
- Worked closely with students with diagnosed disabilities (autism, ADHD, ataxia)
- Supported children's development by encouraging collaboration, teamwork, and empathy skills.
- (in charge of 20-25 children, conduct a lesson on Costa Rica)
Education
Master of Science - Literacy (All Grades) 09/2023-
- GPA: 3.91
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Education 09/2019-
- Concentration in History
- GPA: 3.68
Skills
Literacy development
Student engagement
Collaborative learning
Classroom management
Parent-teacher communication
Google Certified
Certification
NYS Initial Certification Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), 01/24
Affiliations
- Current Member for Kappa Delta Pi, Education Honor Society
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
PS 85: The Great Expectations School
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Camp Counselor
Asbury Nursery School
06.2021 - CurrentRead More
Private Tutor
Bronx/Riverdale
03.2021 - 06.2023Read More
Nursery School Teacher and Substitute
Asbury Nursery School
12.2020 - 06.2024Read More
CUNY Hunter
Master of Science from Literacy (All Grades) 09/2023-
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Manhattan College
Bachelor of Arts from Childhood Education 09/2019-
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