Erica Levy
Old Bridge,NJ
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Algebra and Geometry Teacher - EIGHTH Grade
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
2022.09 - Current
- Proficient in utilization of multiple digital education platforms including edgems, IXL, Delta math, and class link
- Demonstrated passion for curriculum development through participating in department PLCs on objective and essential question creation teams
- Maintained database of records on student growth and abilities to tailor instruction and support.
- Sustained communication with parents, administrators and other educators on students' needs within classroom
- Established classroom management system providing students with consistent daily routine to enhance their learning experience and ensuring success
- Customized and taught lessons using common core Math standards, aligned with set curriculum in Algebra and Geometry
- Delivered lesson and projects that were developmentally appropriate and engaging for student participation through inclusion of real-world applications
- Assessed student work, providing feedback to aid in understanding of difficult concepts
- Adapted lessons, worksheets, and delivery to differentiate for all students in inclusive setting
- Collaborated with grade level team to share ideas, materials and advice
- Collaborated with colleagues to review curriculum and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement of Geometry program.
- Empowered students by teaching them problem-solving techniques that could be applied outside of classroom context.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Maintained lesson flexibility to adapt to student progress and information retention.
Teacher of Mathematics - Seventh Grade
Sayreville Middle School
2021.01 - 2022.06
- Established classroom management system providing students with a consistent daily routine to enhance their learning experience and ensuring success
- Customized and taught lessons using common sore Math standards, aligned with set curriculum
- Delivered lesson and projects that were developmentally appropriate and engaging for student participation through inclusion of real-world applications
- Assessed student work, providing feedback, and tailoring lessons to aid in understanding
- Adapted lessons, worksheets, and delivery to differentiate for all students in inclusive setting
- Collaborated with grade level team to share ideas, materials and advice
- Tracked student growth and knowledge throughout course of year
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Math Academy Instructor
Sayreville Middle School
2021.09 - 2022.06
- Documented student growth, struggles, and abilities
- Boosted student confidence in math and their own abilities through providing scaffolds within instruction and resources to improve grades
- Communicated with student's main teacher regarding progress
- Coordinated instructional time with students
- Adapted material for each student in program for their unique learning requirements
- Maximized time between prepping for school assignments as well as NJSLA prep
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Improved student retention rates by implementing engaging and interactive teaching methods.
Student Teacher in Third Grade
Park Avenue elementary school
2020.09 - 2020.12
- Navigated 100% synchronous virtual learning.
- Developed and taught lessons using common core ELA and Math standards, NGSS Standards, and NJ Social Studies Standards.
- Customized lesson plans that were developmentally appreciate for my set of students
- Assessed student work, gave feedback, and created lessons to aid in understanding
- Adapted lessons, worksheets, and delivery to meet needs of virtual learning
- Collaborated with grade level team to share ideas and advice
- Established new virtual morning meeting routine for students to participate in
- Fostered safe and positive community of learning for students
- Attended professional development session about curriculum and virtual learning
Tutor
EyeLevel Tutoring
2019.08 - 2020.08
- Worked with students in Kindergarten through tenth grade
- Reinforced skills in Mathematics and English
- Evaluated competencies and provided additional lessons to facilitate understanding.
Intern
SeaGrant
2020.06 - 2020.07
- Assisted in development of new curriculum for Save Barnegat Bay.
- Modified pre-existing lessons to meet needs of new curriculum and learning era.
- Facilitated discussions with other interns to establish unified lesson format.
- Itemized supporting materials for all lessons into appropriate organizational system.
Student Teacher in First Grade
Hopewell Elementary School
2020.01 - 2020.05
- Created and taught lessons using common core standards for English and Math
- Incorporated esson plan to promote friendship in classroom
- Developed unit on community and economics based on NJ Social Studies Standards
- Due to COVID-19 pandemic and need to move to virtual classroom met biweekly with students via google meet for morning meetings
- Adapted lesson on Producers and Consumers unit to be taught remotely
- Created read aloud, math lesson, and science lesson for virtual learning
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive activities into lessons.
Intern in First Grade
Grant Elementary School
2018.02 - 2018.05
- Graded classroom assignments in spelling, math, and ELA
- Assisted students in understanding writing process and completing assignments
- Taught read-aloud lesson on “How-to” pieces
- Utilized CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.1.2 to teach students about informative writing
- Used CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.1.1 to teach about structure of stories
Intern in Fifth Grade
Brunswick Acres elementary school
2017.09 - 2017.12
- Administered formal assessments in mathematics and ELA
- Utilized CCSS standard 5.NBT.A.3 for lesson on applications of decimal addition
- Prepared and taught lesson on body systems and their necessities
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION istem - M.Ed. Integrative STEM education
The College of New Jersey
Ewing NJ05.2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in elementary education and istem - Middle school endorsement in mathematics
The College of New Jersey
Ewing NJ12.2020
Elementary Education -
University of Delaware
Newark DE05.2017
Skills
- Organizational abilities
- Adaptability to Change
- Curriculum Implementation
- Cooperative Learning Experiences
- Critical thinking promotion
- Technology Integration
- Interactive Learning Tools
- Materials Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Data-driven decision-making
- Innovative Teaching Strategies
Campus Involvement
- 05/2019, 05/2020, Inter-Greek Council, VP of Programming, Managed a budget to ensure money for all events throughout the year, Spearheaded a philanthropy event with money donated to the Be Positive Foundation, Planned a week of events to promote spirit and unity within the Greek community
- 01/2019, 05/2019, Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority, TCNJ Team Captain
- 01/2018, 05/2020, Hillel, VP of Communications and Member
- 09/2017, 05/2020, Best Buddies, Mentor, Paired with a student in the career and community studies program, Helped integrate student into the greater TCNJ community
- 09/2017, 05/2020, SNJEA (Student New Jersey Education Association)
Certification
- Standard license- Elementary Teacher in Grades K-6
- Standard license- Elementary Teacher with Mathematics Specialization in Grades 5-8
- Praxis Core-Exempt based on ACT Scores
- Praxis II-Passed all Elementary Education exams, and middle school mathematics
Relevant Work Experience
- 06/2020, 07/2020, SeaGrant, Intern, Assisted in the development of a new curriculum for Save Barnegat Bay., Modified pre-existing lessons to meet the needs of the new curriculum and learning era., Facilitated discussions with other interns to establish a unified lesson format., Itemized supporting materials for all lessons into an appropriate organizational system.
- 06/2019, 06/2020, University Tees, Campus Manager
Timeline
Algebra and Geometry Teacher - EIGHTH Grade
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
2022.09 - Current
Math Academy Instructor
Sayreville Middle School
2021.09 - 2022.06
Teacher of Mathematics - Seventh Grade
Sayreville Middle School
2021.01 - 2022.06
Student Teacher in Third Grade
Park Avenue elementary school
2020.09 - 2020.12
Intern
SeaGrant
2020.06 - 2020.07
Student Teacher in First Grade
Hopewell Elementary School
2020.01 - 2020.05
Tutor
EyeLevel Tutoring
2019.08 - 2020.08
Intern in First Grade
Grant Elementary School
2018.02 - 2018.05
Intern in Fifth Grade
Brunswick Acres elementary school
2017.09 - 2017.12
MASTER OF EDUCATION istem - M.Ed. Integrative STEM education
The College of New Jersey
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in elementary education and istem - Middle school endorsement in mathematics
The College of New Jersey
Elementary Education -
University of Delaware
- Standard license- Elementary Teacher in Grades K-6
- Standard license- Elementary Teacher with Mathematics Specialization in Grades 5-8
- Praxis Core-Exempt based on ACT Scores
- Praxis II-Passed all Elementary Education exams, and middle school mathematics
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