Ernest Presto
Belleville,IL
Summary
Passionate about dispensing knowledge and skills to students through multiple pathways from kinesthetic to visual. Successful at integrating cultural and historical studies into a productive classroom setting for many students. Adept at cultivating relationships among a diverse student population.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of Foreign Language
St. Joseph by the Sea H.S.
Staten Island, NY
09.2006 - 08.2010
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by having students analyze texts in the target language.
- Evaluated student performance using rubrics or standardized tests.
- Assessed student progress through oral and written tests, quizzes and projects.
- Encouraged students to practice their language skills in real-world contexts.
- Utilized technology resources to create interactive learning experiences for students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated a variety of teaching strategies such as lectures, group activities, demonstrations, multimedia presentations and field trips.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and classroom management techniques.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or competitions related to foreign languages.
Teacher of Foreign Language
The Francis School
Staten Island , NY
09.2004 - 08.2005
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by having students analyze texts in the target language.
- Evaluated student performance using rubrics or standardized tests.
- Researched new materials or technologies relevant to foreign language instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance and participation levels.
- Explored deeper meanings behind texts through lively classroom discussions and challenging essay assignments.
Special Education Teacher
High School of Telecommunications
Brooklyn, NY
02.2000 - 08.2004
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Teacher of Foreign Language
New Dorp High School
Staten Island, NY
09.1998 - 01.2000
- Assessed student progress through oral and written tests, quizzes and projects.
- Evaluated student performance using rubrics or standardized tests.
- Encouraged students to practice their language skills in real-world contexts.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to language teaching methods.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences as needed regarding student progress.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Staten Island, NY08-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema Studies
College of Staten Island of the City University of New York
Staten Island, NY01-1991
Skills
- Grammar Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Interactive Learning
- Resource creation
- Cultural Awareness
- Peer Collaboration
- Behavior monitoring
- Classroom Management
- Romance language familiarity
- Lesson Planning
- Activity Planning
- Spanish
- French
Timeline
Teacher of Foreign Language
St. Joseph by the Sea H.S.
09.2006 - 08.2010
Teacher of Foreign Language
The Francis School
09.2004 - 08.2005
Special Education Teacher
High School of Telecommunications
02.2000 - 08.2004
Teacher of Foreign Language
New Dorp High School
09.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema Studies
College of Staten Island of the City University of New York
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