To secure an Administrative Internship with the Syracuse City School District for the Summer 2026.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship
Syracuse Latin Pre-K-8
Providing critical leadership by supporting program development, supervising daily operations, ensuring safety compliance, and fostering communication between staff, parents, and community partners
Substitute teaching - Pre-K- Twelve Grade
Syracuse City School District
09.2015
Managed classroom and provided instructions according to plans as prepared by the classroom teacher
ENL Teacher grades K-12
Syracuse City School District
09.2017 - Current
Planning lesson plans for students
Assess students’ needs and adjust coursework accordingly
Assign homework and administer tests to help students master the language
Help students matriculate into standard classes
Identify and communicate any issues to parents and appropriate staff members
Substitute teaching - Kindergarten- Twelve Grade
South Otselic Valley Central School at Georgetown
NY
02.2009 - Current
Managed classroom and provided instructions according to plans as prepared by the classroom teacher
4th grade teacher for Say Yes to Education Program
Roberts Elementary School
Syracuse, NY
10.2015 - 03.2020
Created and implemented thematic unit lesson plans: All About Me; My Pet; Trees and their Value; Reuse, Reduce and Recycle.
Teaching Assistant in Special Ed. Classroom
Bellevue Elementary School
Syracuse, NY
02.2015 - 09.2015
Provided vital support and instruction to children and facilitated students requiring daily care
Assistant Teacher - Head Start
Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency
Utica, NY
01.2013 - 06.2013
Assisted Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences and activities for children i.e. lesson plans and daily schedules.
Student Teaching - Second Grade
South Otselic Valley Central School at Georgetown
Georgetown, New York
10.2008 - 12.2008
Taught lessons using Teacher's manuals provided the guideline for teaching ELA, math and science; but other activities were pulled from the Internet and previous experience to suit the students' needs and to make material more interesting and meaningful
Created and implemented lessons involved cooperative learning, language experience approach, hands-on/minds-on experiences, and interdisciplinary teaching
Created and implemented multicultural units on Christmas Around the World
Student Teaching - Kindergarten
Morrisville-Eaton Elementary School
Morrisville, New York
08.2008 - 10.2008
Used centers for math, science, social studies, and ELA to complement the child-based hands-on curriculum
Implemented a positive discipline plan which promoted student responsibility, problem solving skills, and student accountability
Implemented Literacy Home Pack with all class parent’s involvement
Developed thematic unit on Owls and Bats around major instructional goals
Ukrainian School
Syracuse, NY
12.1999 - 01.2003
Teacher of Ukrainian language, literature and culture.
Education
School Leadership Certificate -
Le Moyne College
07-2026
TESOL Advanced Certificate - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) K-12
Canisius University
Online
08-2018
Master of Science in Education - Teaching Literacy and Language K-6
Kaplan University
Online
10-2011
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Childhood Education - Early Childhood and Childhood Education, minor in History
State University of New York at Cortland
05-2008
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Timeline
ENL Teacher grades K-12
Syracuse City School District
09.2017 - Current
4th grade teacher for Say Yes to Education Program
Roberts Elementary School
10.2015 - 03.2020
Substitute teaching - Pre-K- Twelve Grade
Syracuse City School District
09.2015
Teaching Assistant in Special Ed. Classroom
Bellevue Elementary School
02.2015 - 09.2015
Assistant Teacher - Head Start
Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency
01.2013 - 06.2013
Substitute teaching - Kindergarten- Twelve Grade
South Otselic Valley Central School at Georgetown
02.2009 - Current
Student Teaching - Second Grade
South Otselic Valley Central School at Georgetown
10.2008 - 12.2008
Student Teaching - Kindergarten
Morrisville-Eaton Elementary School
08.2008 - 10.2008
Ukrainian School
12.1999 - 01.2003
Internship
Syracuse Latin Pre-K-8
TESOL Advanced Certificate - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) K-12
Canisius University
Master of Science in Education - Teaching Literacy and Language K-6
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Childhood Education - Early Childhood and Childhood Education, minor in History
State University of New York at Cortland
School Leadership Certificate -
Le Moyne College
Professional Development
Becoming an Early Literacy Practice
Tiered System of Supports
Superintendents’ Conference Day
Therapeutic Crisis Interventions for Schools
National Geographic Curriculum Training
Community Work
Cub Scout Pack 60, Sherburne-Earlville, 2010-01-01, 2013-01-01, Den Leader by guiding youth (grades K-5) through hands-on, character-building adventures, organizing service projects, and teaching essential life skills.
Hamilton Public Library, 2013, Assisted with the Summer Reading Program, encouraging participation for over 50 children and parents.
Syracuse City School District for Everybody Counts: Assisted students and families during Game Day, February 28, 2026.