Deanna Palladino
Magical Beginnings
Port Jefferson Station,NY
1
Language
2
years of professional experience
Dynamic intern with strong classroom management and collaboration skills. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and implementing differentiated instruction to support diverse student needs.
Work History
Intern/Building Substitute Teacher
1 Month- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging lesson materials and activities.
- Assisted in classroom management and support for diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom organization strategies to enhance learning environments.
- Supported administrative tasks, including data entry and record-keeping.
- Participated in staff meetings, contributing ideas for curriculum improvement.
- Engaged with students in one-on-one settings to reinforce learning objectives.
Assistant Teacher
4 Months- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess individual student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student engagement.
- Supported classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment for students.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Organized educational materials and resources to streamline daily classroom operations.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Student Teacher
9 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.
- Assisted in classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with mentor teacher to assess student progress and adapt instruction.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance critical thinking skills among students.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive learning experiences.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Assistant Teacher
3 Months- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching techniques and strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
Clinical Observation
6 Months- Supported daily operations and worked efficiently alongside all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Provided ongoing feedback and support, assisting students in setting achievable goals for their language development.
- Supported literacy development by assisting students with reading comprehension exercises and vocabulary building activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
- Thomas Moore Honors College
- Dean's List August 2022 - May 2026
- 3.97 GPA
- Phi Kappa Phi Member
- Kappa Delta Pi Member
- Extracurricular Activities: D1 Athletics (Cheerleading)
- summa cum laude graduate
- Capstone Project: ELA Capstone Project, Plan, Facilitate, and Assess student work to ensure student learning objective was achieved
Master of Arts - Education
Skills
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Classroom organization
Family engagement
Child-centered approach
Parent-teacher communication
Student motivation
Social-emotional learning
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Behavior management
Flexible and adaptable
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Intern/Building Substitute Teacher
Elizabeth Shelton School
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Teacher
Magical Beginnings
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Student Teacher
Classical Studies Magnet Academy
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Assistant Teacher
Kiddie Academy of Farmingville
05.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Clinical Observation
Brookside Elementary School
10.2024 - 04.2025Read More
Sacred Heart University
Master of Arts from Education
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Bachelor of Arts from Interdisciplinary Studies
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