Elena Weber
Wantagh,NY
Summary
Versatile Content Writer proficient in researching, writing and editing diverse content after years of teaching English Literature and English as a New Language. Works with minimal input to produce engaging, informative, and creative content. Autonomous yet communicative with and 8-year history of superior performance in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
7th Grade ELA Substitute Teacher
Manhasset Middle School
04.2024 - Current
- Creating ELA lessons that assist students in gathering evidence to help them complete their end-of-year research project
- Recording behavior, progress reports, report cards, and attendance.
9-12th Grade ENL-ELA Leave Replacement Teacher
Oceanside High School
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Creating differentiated ELA lessons that address ENL students' various language levels, learning styles, and focuses on Next Generation ELA Standards
- Administering the NYSITELL and NYSESLAT to ENL students
- Co-Teaching for ENL history to differentiate and modify lessons that meet students' language needs
- Collaborating with educators, parents, and counselors to address students' emotional and academic needs
- Recording behavior, progress reports, report cards, and attendance on Infinite Campus.
6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Science and Health Teacher/ 8th Grade Screenwriting Teacher
Our Lady Lourdes School
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed lesson plans for Biology, Earth Science, Physics, Chemistry, Health, and Screenwriting
- Created quizzes, homework assignments, and study guides on Google Classroom
- Recorded grades, learner's behavior, and skills on PowerSchool.
5th Grade Teacher
Saint Leo Catholic Academy
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Created hands-on and interactive lessons that followed the Common Core Standards
- Collaborated with counselors, teachers, and parents to promote a positive learning environment
- Recorded students' grades, learner's behavior, and skills on Option C.
Social Studies and Religion Substitute Teacher for 3rd-5th grade
Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic Academy
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Created lesson plans, exams, projects, and recorded student progress on Option C
- Communicated with parents about their child's behavior and academic progress.
Kindergarten-5th grade ENL Student Teacher
South Salem Elementary School
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Created and taught differentiated ENL lessons that followed the Next Generation ELA Standards
- Created and taught hands-on lessons using realia and project-based learning
- Evaluated students' language skills with visual, auditory, verbal, and kinesthetic assessments
- Observed the Coordinating Teacher when proctoring the NYSESLAT.
8th Grade English Language Arts Student Teacher
St. Brigid/ Our Lady of Hope Regional School
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Created lessons, assessments, graphic organizers, and writing packets for students to analyze literature and write creative stories
- Incorporated technology for independent and group learning.
Executive Assistant/ Copywriter
Nancy Interior Design and Decoration
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with content creators to ensure SEO best practices were incorporated into blog posts, product descriptions, and other web content, enhancing search engine rankings
- Wrote engaging content on company's social media platforms
- Represented and spoke for the executive at client meetings in the executive's absence
- Coordinated meetings between the executive, clients, and vendors via phone and emails.
Education
Masters of Education - Adolescent Education—English Literature and ENL (TESOL/ESL)
Molloy College
Rockville Center, NY05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Media Studies
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05.2016
Skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- Knowledgeable about Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Procreate, and Final Draft
- Team Leadership
- Relationship building and management
- Team Teaching
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Course Planning
- Editing and proofreading
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative and Expository Writing
- Multimedia storytelling
- Strong grammar knowledge
Certification
- New York State ELA 7-12 Certified
- New York State ENL K-12 provisional certification
- New York State Teacher Certified (Secondary ATS-W)
- Educating All Students Certificate
- New York State Certified Substitute Teacher K-12
Student Teaching Experience
- South Salem Elementary School, Port Washington, NY, Kindergarten-5th grade ENL Student Teacher, 03/2021, 05/2021: Created and taught differentiated ENL lessons that followed the Next Generation ELA Standards. Created and taught hands-on lessons using realia and project-based learning. Evaluated students' language skills with visual, auditory, verbal, and kinesthetic assessments. Observed the Coordinating Teacher when proctoring the NYSESLAT.
- St. Brigid/ Our Lady of Hope Regional School, Westbury, NY, 8th Grade English Language Arts Student Teacher, 01/2021, 03/2021: Created lessons, assessments, graphic organizers, and writing packets for students to analyze literature and write creative stories. Incorporated technology for independent and group learning.
Education References
- Francesca Wasserman, English Director at Oceanside High School: fwasserman@oceansideschools.org / (516) 678-7526 x8568
- David Rose, World Language Director at Oceanside High School: drose@oceansideschools.org / (516) 678-7526 x7553
- Dr. Brendon Mitchell, Principal of Oceanside High School: bmitchell@oceansideschools.org / (516) 678-7526, x7527
Timeline
7th Grade ELA Substitute Teacher
Manhasset Middle School
04.2024 - Current
9-12th Grade ENL-ELA Leave Replacement Teacher
Oceanside High School
09.2021 - 06.2023
Kindergarten-5th grade ENL Student Teacher
South Salem Elementary School
03.2021 - 05.2021
8th Grade English Language Arts Student Teacher
St. Brigid/ Our Lady of Hope Regional School
01.2021 - 03.2021
6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Science and Health Teacher/ 8th Grade Screenwriting Teacher
Our Lady Lourdes School
12.2018 - 06.2019
5th Grade Teacher
Saint Leo Catholic Academy
03.2017 - 12.2018
Social Studies and Religion Substitute Teacher for 3rd-5th grade
Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic Academy
01.2017 - 03.2017
Executive Assistant/ Copywriter
Nancy Interior Design and Decoration
01.2016 - 01.2017
- New York State ELA 7-12 Certified
- New York State ENL K-12 provisional certification
- New York State Teacher Certified (Secondary ATS-W)
- Educating All Students Certificate
- New York State Certified Substitute Teacher K-12
Masters of Education - Adolescent Education—English Literature and ENL (TESOL/ESL)
Molloy College
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Media Studies
Mercy College
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