Gretchen Maier
Sunnyside,NY
Summary
Experienced with instructional coaching and educational mentorship. Utilizes effective teaching methodologies and curriculum development and design to enhance student-centered learning. Strong understanding of classroom management and professional development strategies. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability, ensuring effective teamwork and positive outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach & ELA Teacher, DOE
Newtown High School
01.2012 - Current
- Serve as an instructional coach to new teachers, providing weekly observations and coaching conversations to improve teacher performance
- Serve on Instructional Leadership Team to deliver and implement school wide initiatives for development
- Work with the MTSS and Data Wise team to drive student supports and outcomes
- Taught 5 ELA ICT classes with different co-teachers, covering 3 different grade levels
- Supervised Curriculum Development and Assessment Implementation as Lead Teacher of10th grade curriculum
- Organizing and designing COSA for a student population of300 students in the Engineering Academy
Training Academy Director & Coach
New York City Teaching Fellows Staff
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Managed a staff of Coaches, FEMs, and fellows to create a culture of learning and equity
- Coached and assessed new NYCDOE teachers on the NYCTF rubric
- Developed professional development sessions based on teacher data to increase student achievement in high needs NYCDOE schools for aspiring teachers
- Worked collaboratively with leadership team and instructional staff to support needs of students.
- Provided support to new and veteran teachers to maximize student learning.
Teacher, ESL, College Bound/International Careers
Kaplan International
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Taught ESL lesson plans for international and career bound ELL students from multi-countries
Substitute ESL Core Instructor
GEOS Language Institute
08.2012
- Designed and implemented lesson plans structured around instructional levels (Level II Fluency) of students, aged17-25
Visual Specialist & Store Manager
Kohl’s Department Store
07.2003 - 08.2012
- Assisted managerial teams and territory teams with floor design and implementation
- Trained district’s and territory’s visuals, in opening new stores (North East Coast of the USA)
Student Teacher,7th and8th Grade English Language Arts
Kappa II
04.2011 - 06.2011
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans and assessments
- Collaborated with English department on curriculum development
- Worked closely with students with disabilities to develop and achieve specific goals on IEPs (self-contained classroom)
Student Teacher,10th Grade World Literature
Frederick Douglass Academy
01.2011 - 04.2011
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans and assessments
- Effectively managed behavioral issues to establish a positive and productive classroom culture
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences
Observer: Grades7-12
High School of Arts and Technology
09.2010 - 06.2010
- Supervised and facilitated the AVID tutorial program/extracurricular program(s)
Teaching Assistant (Grade3)
Rocky Point FJE Elementary School
10.2002 - 01.2003
- Supported Special Needs and General Education teachers in keeping students focused and on task
- Motivated students to increase achievement in reading and mathematics
Education
Master of Arts - School Building Leader Advanced Certificate
Molly University
Rockville Centre, NY12-2024
Master of Arts - English Literature
Queens College
Flushing, NY05-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education And English Literature
Hunter College
New York, NY05-2008
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Continuous professional development
- Collaborative team player
- Curriculum development expertise
- Student advocacy
Timeline
Training Academy Director & Coach
New York City Teaching Fellows Staff
01.2016 - 01.2024
Teacher, ESL, College Bound/International Careers
Kaplan International
06.2015 - 08.2015
Substitute ESL Core Instructor
GEOS Language Institute
08.2012
Instructional Coach & ELA Teacher, DOE
Newtown High School
01.2012 - Current
Student Teacher,7th and8th Grade English Language Arts
Kappa II
04.2011 - 06.2011
Student Teacher,10th Grade World Literature
Frederick Douglass Academy
01.2011 - 04.2011
Observer: Grades7-12
High School of Arts and Technology
09.2010 - 06.2010
Visual Specialist & Store Manager
Kohl’s Department Store
07.2003 - 08.2012
Teaching Assistant (Grade3)
Rocky Point FJE Elementary School
10.2002 - 01.2003
Master of Arts - School Building Leader Advanced Certificate
Molly University
Master of Arts - English Literature
Queens College
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education And English Literature
Hunter College
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