Erika Herndon- Parris
Chester,NY
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong desire for growth. Well-versed in teaching English, including reading and writing. Dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of students. Motivational leader with an engaging and adaptable teaching style that fosters an optimal learning environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult ESL Instructor
BOCES
10.2024 - Current
- Classroom instructor for adult class of English learners; responsible for lesson planning and instruction
TEACHER
PRIVATE SCHOOL
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Regular education classroom teacher – Grades 5 & 6, English-Language Arts/Writing Teacher for multiple grade levels, Grades 1& 2
TEACHER
PRIVATE SCHOOL
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Early Childhood classroom teacher – Grades Pre-K & Kindergarten
SITE MANAGER
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Supervisor for multiple tutoring school sites in NY and NJ; responsible for recruiting, hiring and training staff for school sites; responsible for visiting sites and ensuring quality of after-school tutoring program
ACADEMIC TUTOR
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Tutor for elementary school students in reading and math; tutor for high school SAT prep (reading/writing)
TEACHER
PUBLIC SCHOOL
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Regular classroom teacher – Grade 3; responsible for lesson planning, classroom management and supervision; collaborating with teachers and staff to provide relevant and targeted instruction
Education
Masters Degree - Elementary Education
Columbia University – Teachers College
New York, NY06.2000
B.A. - English
Oakwood College
Huntsville, AL06.1995
Skills
- Collaborator
- Organized
- Efficient
- Planner
- Manager
- Student engagement
- Parent communication
- Vocabulary expansion
- Cultural sensitivity
- Interactive learning
- Progress monitoring
- Writing instruction
- Testing and grading
- Academic record keeping
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
Certification
Certified Etiquette Consultant
Education Certifications
- NY State Permanent Teacher Certification, K-6
- NJ Teacher Certification w/Advanced Standing, K-6
Timeline
Adult ESL Instructor
BOCES
10.2024 - Current
TEACHER
PRIVATE SCHOOL
01.2011 - 01.2014
TEACHER
PRIVATE SCHOOL
01.2009 - 01.2011
SITE MANAGER
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER
01.2006 - 01.2007
ACADEMIC TUTOR
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER
01.2005 - 01.2006
TEACHER
PUBLIC SCHOOL
01.2000 - 01.2003
Certified Etiquette Consultant
Masters Degree - Elementary Education
Columbia University – Teachers College
B.A. - English
Oakwood College
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