GEORGIANNA DUKE
Boston,MA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Paraprofessional
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
08.2021 - Current
- Provides academic and behavioral intervention to students to meet goals established in the student's IEP and assists English language learners in accessing the classroom.
- Adapts lessons and instructional materials to engage students in various instructional approaches including the use of visuals, modeling, multisensory, and integrating student's interests.
- Supports social-emotional needs of students while developing rapport and fostering student growth and independence.
- Prepares classroom materials to sustain a organized and functional learning environment.
- Collects and analyzes student work and assessments to develop data-driven lesson plans.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with families through daily and weekly communication
- Participated in SafetyCare training and frequently uses deescalation strategies to maintain a safe environment and support students when escalated.
- Participated in a workshop about supporting Orton Gillingham strategies in the classroom.
- Planned and led Live at the Hive, a summer program providing enriching experiences for students in 2022 and 2023.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Child Development Center
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted in classroom management, data tracking, and lesson planning for 8-12 preschool students with disabilities in a self-contained early intervention classroom.
- Led small and large group activities in a variety of curriculum areas.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, promoting a positive atmosphere within the classroom.
- Implemented remote learning opportunities for students synchronously and asynchronously.
English Teaching Assistant
Fulbright Association
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Selected as a Fulbright Scholar by the United States and Malaysian government for a one-year fellowship to teach English, repatriated due to Covid-19
- Organized and planned 12 classes a week for over 400 English language learners at a secondary school in Perak
- Developed and ran after-school clubs and weekend programs providing informal opportunities for students to develop English skills.
- Boosted student engagement through the implementation of group activities, interactive presentations, and hands-on learning experiences.
Student Teaching
Smith College Campus School, Bridge Street School
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Completed practicums in Kindergarten, First and Second Grade at public and private elementary schools.
Education
Master's in Education - Special Education
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Education & Child Study
Smith College
Northampton, MA05.2019
Certification
- Massachusetts Initial License, Elementary Education (1-6)
- Massachusetts Initial License, Early Childhood (PreK-2)
- Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement
Timeline
First Grade Paraprofessional
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Child Development Center
08.2020 - 12.2020
English Teaching Assistant
Fulbright Association
01.2020 - 03.2020
Student Teaching
Smith College Campus School, Bridge Street School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Master's in Education - Special Education
Trinity College Dublin
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Education & Child Study
Smith College
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