Erika Tennett
Cranston,RI
Summary
Dedicated educator with a passion to creating a student-centered learning atmosphere that nurtures intellectual curiosity and supports academic growth. Adept at fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, while maintaining a strong commitment to creating a safe and inclusive educational space. Seeking a role in an educational setting where I can utilize my skills and experience to foster an engaging learning environment for students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Cranston Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning by implementing lesson plans and adapting them as necessary to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively through consistent reinforcement of classroom rules and positive reinforcement strategies, ensuring a safe and respectful learning environment for all students.
- Collaborate with school staff and administrators to maintain open communication, provide feedback on student progress, and participate in team meetings to support continuity in student learning and development.
Second Grade Teacher
St. Peter School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed and implemented lesson plans for variety of subjects including math, language arts, and social studies while modifying assignments, homework and tests for students with an Individualized Education Program.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses while supporting students development of life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Candy Cane Preschool
09.2015 - 12.2021
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each individual child.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University Of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Science
University Of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2022
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Family Involvement
- Team Collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
Student Teaching
Student Teacher 09/2021 to 04/2022
E.G. Robertson Elementary School - First Grade, Warwick, Rhode Island
- Designed, planned, and implemented intergraded lessons using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies for 23 students.
- Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores, rubrics, and appropriate standards.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
Certification
- R.I.D.E. Early Childhood Education
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Cranston Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
St. Peter School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Candy Cane Preschool
09.2015 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University Of Rhode Island
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Science
University Of Rhode Island
- R.I.D.E. Early Childhood Education
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