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Elizabeth Crossin

Chicago,IL

Summary

Passionate middle school teacher with a background in various subject areas, including English Language Arts and Science. Skilled in creating engaging curriculum and fostering inclusive learning environments that accommodate diverse learning styles. Demonstrated ability to improve student engagement and comprehension through innovative teaching methods and positive reinforcement strategies. Driven to share insightful lessons on grammar, spelling, writing processes, and other key areas of English Language Arts. Enthusiastic about helping students develop and achieve full potential in and outside of the classroom.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Middle School ELA Teacher

Jenny Lynn Prep
Kingston, PA
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Led the development and execution of eighth-grade English Language Arts and Science programs, including curriculum design, resource selection, and assessment planning to support rigorous and engaging student learning
  • Devised lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop new instructional strategies for teaching ELA topics.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment with clear expectations and consistent routines
  • Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing diverse literature selections and engaging activities
  • Increased writing proficiency through targeted feedback and individualized instruction
  • Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests

Building-Based Substitute Teacher

Solomon Middle School
Wilkes Barre, PA
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Stood in for absent staff members to conduct one-on-one instruction in all subjects
  • Provided individualized support to struggling learners, enabling them to reach their full potential academically
  • Contributed to school-wide improvement initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and applying new techniques in the classroom
  • Boosted overall class performance by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
  • Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance

Long Term Substitute Teacher

ESS Education
Wilkes-Barre, PA
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Established and led an Autistic Support classroom at Kistler Elementary School within the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, providing individualized instruction, behavioral support, and inclusive learning strategies tailored to the needs of neurodivergent students
  • Developed lesson plans and curriculum catered toward each student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Collaborated with other school faculty and staff including both academic and therapeutic professionals in and out of the classroom (curriculum specialists, behavioral therapists, speech/OT/PT)
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively

Lead Teacher Toddler Room

The Goddard School
Philadelphia, PA
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers
  • Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods
  • Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child's needs, promoting overall growth and development
  • Implemented curriculum enhancements to foster cognitive and social skills development.
  • Mentored new teachers in classroom management and instructional strategies.
  • Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support

Education

Master of Arts - Education: English/Language Arts Grades 4-8

Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA
01.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Speech, Language, Hearing Sciences

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2021

Skills

  • Curriculum implementation
  • Lesson planning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Individualized learning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Professionalism
  • Classroom management

Certification

Professional Educator License: Pennsylvania (Elementary Education Grades 4-5, English Language Arts Grades 6-8)

Professional Educator License: Illinois (Elementary Education Grades 1-5, English Language Arts Grades 6-8)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Middle School ELA Teacher

Jenny Lynn Prep
09.2024 - 06.2025

Building-Based Substitute Teacher

Solomon Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2024

Long Term Substitute Teacher

ESS Education
02.2023 - 05.2023

Lead Teacher Toddler Room

The Goddard School
01.2022 - 11.2022

Master of Arts - Education: English/Language Arts Grades 4-8

Wilkes University

Bachelor of Arts - Speech, Language, Hearing Sciences

Temple University

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