Elizabeth Dworkin
Briarcliff Manor,New York
Summary
Model Teacher Leader qualified elementary school teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and student assessment, committed to supporting diverse learners, promoting measurable academic growth, and fostering a positive, collaborative classroom, and school community and culture.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Education and ICT Kindergarten Teacher
P.S. 195
09.2016 - Current
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting social-emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational progress and well-being.
- Worked to develop individual education plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Used Acadience, i-Ready and FUNdations data assessments to modify instruction and target areas for individual students.
General Education Second Grade Teacher
P.S. 195
1260 Ward Ave. Bronx, NY 10472
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect and collaboration.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Used data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
- Organized various extracurricular activities such as field trips and community outings, extending learning opportunities beyond the standard curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices to enhance instructional strategies and classroom management skills.
Teacher in Grades K,1,2,4,5,PE, ELA and Science
P.S. 76
900 Adee Ave. Bronx, NY 10469
09.1992 - 06.1999
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Monitored and documented student progress through formative assessments, adjusting lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Education
Education
National-Louis University
Evanston, Illinois08-1992
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of WIsconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin05-1991
Skills
- Organized parent workshops for parents and students to come and find our what their student is learning in class
- Run My Sisters Keeper (MSK) Girls Program for girls learning to become leaders in the school and community
- Chosen for District 12 Literacy Workshops once a month and turn-key with staff
- Chosen for Acadience and FUNdations workshops and turn-key to staff
- Trained in Sound Sensible and Spire Programs
- Participate in school Family Nights held once a month
- Grade Leader, Culturally Responsive Sustaining Education (CRSE) Committee, Curriculum Mapping Team, Academic Parent Teacher Team (APTT), Measures of Student Learning (MoSL) Committee, School Leadership Team (SLT) and Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) committees
- Teacher Leader Qualified
Certification
Nursery,Kindergarten (N-2), grades 1-6, Permanent Certificate
English 7-9 Extension, Permanent Certificate
Timeline
General Education Second Grade Teacher
P.S. 195
09.2021 - 06.2025
General Education and ICT Kindergarten Teacher
P.S. 195
09.2016 - Current
Teacher in Grades K,1,2,4,5,PE, ELA and Science
P.S. 76
09.1992 - 06.1999
Education
National-Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of WIsconsin-Madison