Dolores Elkin
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Experienced educator passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young children, committed to shaping the future of education. Expertise in creating a multicultural environment that enriches all curriculum areas, fostering inclusivity and diversity. Proven ability to inspire curiosity and creativity in students, encouraging lifelong learning and personal growth. Strong advocate for innovative teaching methods that engage and empower every child to reach full potential.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Teacher: Kindergarten
The San Francisco School
01.2020 - Current
- Co-teach 26 children in a progressive education hands-on learning environment.
- Created curriculum focused on all academic areas: ELA, math, writer's workshop model of writing, interdisciplinary academics with units of study based on essential questions, SEL, and STEAM.Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement. Worked on scope & sequence in all academic and SEL areas
- Communicated with parents to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and presented parent education events.
- Work with learning specialists creating plans of support in SST model.
Co-Teacher of STEAM Riveropolis River Camp
The San Francisco School & Ecole Bilingue
01.2010 - Current
- Planed and implemented students ages seven through twelve in creating three dimensional art and environments on a 35 foot indoor river.
- Guided children in their artistic ideas along with safety using wood tools (saws, electric drills and screwdrivers, hammers).
- Trained new river camp educators and supervised Leaders in Training.
Head Teacher: Pres-K
The San Francisco School
01.1990 - 01.2020
- Co-taught 37-39 children ages three –six in a Montessori and progressive education hands-on learning environment.
- Created curriculum focused on social emotional development, along with activities that develop fine and gross motor skills, beginning literacy, math, STEAM, music/songs, arts and language.
- Mentored junior teachers, sharing best practices and providing constructive feedback to improve their teaching techniques.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, and progress to ensure transparency and effective communication with parents.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Work on all Board committees including being a staff representative on the Board.
Teacher: Kindergarten
Public School 261
01.1989 - 01.1990
- Taught all curriculum areas in kindergarten including core unit, phonics based literacy, manipulative based mathematics, hands-on science and SEL.
- Trained and implemented district program of Peace education and Creative Conflict Resolution.
- Developed and wrote kindergarten chapter for the school curriculum plan.
- Supervised and trained students teachers.
Head Teacher: First Grade
Brooklyn Friends School
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Taught all curriculum areas in First Grade.
- Core curriculum focused on working people in the City and included field trips by public transportation to inspire writing, reading and math along with art.
- Developed the school's new first grade curriculum.
- Supervised and trained students teachers.
Assistant Teacher: First Grade
The Little Red Schoolhouse
01.1986 - 01.1987
- Developed a core curriculum based on the food industry.
- Activities included trips, reading, writing, math, cooking.
Assistant Teacher: Preschool
Park Slope Child Care Collective
01.1983 - 01.1986
- Developed curriculum focusing on the social emotional world of three year olds.
- Worked extensively on a non-sexist, multicultural curriculum.
- Cooperative nature facilitated close communication with parents.
Education
Masters - Education
Bank Street College of Education
NYC, NY01.1988
BS - Art Education
SUNY at New Paltz
NY, NY01.1979
Skills
- Parent-teacher relations
- Staff management
- Mentoring teachers
CUST
Title: CA Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential: Supplementary subject: Art grades six to nine, CA Child Development Program Director Permit, New York State Public School Teacher Certificate
Certification
CA Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Supplementary subject :Art grades six to nine
CA Child Development Program Director Permit
New York State Public School Teacher Certificate
Timeline
Head Teacher: Kindergarten
The San Francisco School
01.2020 - Current
Co-Teacher of STEAM Riveropolis River Camp
The San Francisco School & Ecole Bilingue
01.2010 - Current
Head Teacher: Pres-K
The San Francisco School
01.1990 - 01.2020
Teacher: Kindergarten
Public School 261
01.1989 - 01.1990
Head Teacher: First Grade
Brooklyn Friends School
01.1987 - 01.1989
Assistant Teacher: First Grade
The Little Red Schoolhouse
01.1986 - 01.1987
Assistant Teacher: Preschool
Park Slope Child Care Collective
01.1983 - 01.1986
BS - Art Education
SUNY at New Paltz
Masters - Education
Bank Street College of Education
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