Hi, I’m
ELIZABETH WOLCOTT
WYOMING,NY
Summary
Passionate educator with a solid grasp of the English language and 18+ years of teaching experience, seeking the opportunity to motivate college students to master basic grammar and paragraph writing through personal application and reflection. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to promote the academic achievement of GCC.
Overview
29
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Genesee Valley BOCES
Tutor
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Provide 1-to-1 instruction to both upper elementary and high school students, on various English and writing assignments, both remotely and in-person.
- Motivate students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
Warsaw Central School
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, K-2 Self-contained
03.2024 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Provided individualized instruction to 4 students with special needs to improve academic performance.
- Assessed students’ skills to determine their progress toward their individual learning goals.
- Employed diverse techniques to promote active learning.
Genesee Country Christian School
AIS Reading Teacher & Middle School Math/History Teacher
08.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Instructed parents and other colleagues about research regarding how to help struggling readers.
- Collaborated with other teachers to provide services and instruction to 4 grade levels.
- Created exams and assignments using Google Forms and Classroom.
Pavilion Central School
Elementary Teacher, UPK, Third and Fifth Grades
05.2014 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Creatively organized activities to build vocabulary and foster growth of different intelligences and meet developing attention spans.
- Improved pre-reading and reading skills by teaching phonemic awareness, phonics and word analysis.
- Collaborated with special ed. teacher & support staff to differentiate instruction in inclusive classroom.
Wolcott Residence
Child Care Provider
01.2003 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Provided nurturing, literacy-rich environment with early childhood learning centers to stimulate overall growth of nine children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
Genesee Community College
Tutor
10.2009 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
Alexander Central School
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade
09.1995 - 06.2002
Job overview
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Co-organized and implemented 2-day educational camping trip to Letchworth State Park based on curriculum learned throughout entire year.
Education
SUNY College At Geneseo, Geneseo, NY
Master of Science in Education from Elementary Education
08.1998
University Overview
- Concentration: Reading
- 3.96 GPA
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Online Teaching
- Technology Integration
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient with video conferencing
- Experienced with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Special Education Support
- Professional Networking
- Records Management
Certification
- English Grammar for Polished Writers, Udemy Online Video Courses - August 2024
- Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED - valid until 10/25
Timeline
Tutor
Genesee Valley BOCES
04.2024 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher, K-2 Self-contained
Warsaw Central School
03.2024 - 06.2024
AIS Reading Teacher & Middle School Math/History Teacher
Genesee Country Christian School
08.2023 - 01.2024
Elementary Teacher, UPK, Third and Fifth Grades
Pavilion Central School
05.2014 - 06.2023
Tutor
Genesee Community College
10.2009 - 12.2010
Child Care Provider
Wolcott Residence
01.2003 - 06.2012
Elementary Teacher, 4th Grade
Alexander Central School
09.1995 - 06.2002
SUNY College At Geneseo
Master of Science in Education from Elementary Education
- English Grammar for Polished Writers, Udemy Online Video Courses - August 2024
- Heartsaver® First Aid CPR AED - valid until 10/25
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