Crystal Cutting
Rochester,NY
Summary
Passionate Teacher excelling in Classroom Management and Differentiated Instruction. Knowledgeable in leveraging technology integration and critical thinking skills to enhance learning outcomes. Skilled in providing specialized support for special needs students. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade STEAM Teacher
West Irondequoit CSD
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Teaching Assistant, Special Ed
West Irondequoit CSD
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Roberts Wesleyan University
Rochester, NY12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Music Performance
Roberts Wesleyan College
Rochester, NY12.2015
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Technology Integration
- Group and individual instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Timeline
6th Grade STEAM Teacher
West Irondequoit CSD
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant, Special Ed
West Irondequoit CSD
08.2018 - 08.2023
Master of Education - Special Education
Roberts Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Music Performance
Roberts Wesleyan College
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