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Emily Kick

New York

Summary

Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kindergarten ICT Teacher

PS 146 Anna M Short
08.2022 - Current
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management strategies for creation of ideal learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
  • Utilized various assessment strategies to evaluate student performance.
  • Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.

Kindergarten Teacher

Democracy Prep Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
  • Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
  • Fostered safe and welcoming classroom atmosphere, enabling students to feel valued and heard.
  • Enhanced classroom behavior through implementation of positive reinforcement strategy, leading to more conducive learning environment.

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2020

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2020

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2019

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Special Education

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2019

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Growth mindset
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Flexible and adaptive

Certification

New York State Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) May 2019

New York State Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6) May 2019

New York State Early Childhood General Education (Birth-2nd grade)

New York State Early Childhood Special Education (Birth-2nd grade)

Timeline

Kindergarten ICT Teacher

PS 146 Anna M Short
08.2022 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Democracy Prep Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Syracuse University

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Special Education

Syracuse University