Colleen Pelletier
WTBY,CT
Summary
Dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive classroom environment that supports all learners. I have provided individualized instruction to ensure equitable opportunities for every student while effectively managing diverse behavioral needs through tailored strategies. Committed to creating a positive learning atmosphere that encourages engagement, collaboration, and personal growth among students. Proven ability to implement classroom management techniques that promote respect, responsibility, and resilience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Waterbury Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and collaboration.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Worked with Tier II ELA Intervention groups in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to best suit students needs and provide accomodations.
Reading/Math Interventionist
Western Elementary School
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Worked with small groups consisting of tier 2 intervention students (1st–4th grade)
- Pushed into a kindergarten classroom-primarily focused on letter recognition
- ELA Instruction: Road to Reading Curriculum.
- Math Instruction: Bridges Math Intervention Curriculum.
- Completed progress monitoring.
- Wrote report card comments.
- Utilized mood meters daily to check in with students.
- Conducted a book club with 4th-grade ELL students.
- Substituted when needed in K-4 classes and specials.
- Stopped due to student teaching
Substitute
Western Elementary School
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Substitute in grades K–4, for paraeducators, and specials.
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy
University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Southern CT State University
New Haven12.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Major General Studies
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CTSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized learning
Other Related Experience
Prospect Elementary School - Student Teaching (3rd grade)
- Prospect CT (01/18/2024-05/03/2024)
- Planned and implemented weekly lessons.
- Developed relationships with students, families, and staff.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies.
Waterbury Country Club Summer Camp- First Aid Director
- Waterbury CT (07/2024- Present)
- CPR Certified
- Alternate Camp Director
- Creates a warm fun, safe, and secure environment for children
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Waterbury Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Substitute
Western Elementary School
05.2024 - 06.2024
Reading/Math Interventionist
Western Elementary School
08.2023 - 01.2024
Master of Arts - Literacy
University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Southern CT State University
Some College (No Degree) - Major General Studies
Naugatuck Valley Community College