Haleigh Gazda
Secondary Educator
Westfield,MA
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of ELA topics. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, social and learning skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dog Sitter
Rover.com
Westfield, MA
01.2014 - Current
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Helped treat animal skin and eyes with ointments and other medications.
- Followed pet care instructions, dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Cared for over forty clients' dogs and cats, with a consistent base of at least a dozen regulars.
Student Teacher
Chicopee Public Schools
Chicopee, MA
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Stood in for teachers to supervise classes, deliver lessons and administer tests.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Met with parents to discuss student behaviors and needs.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Camp Group Leader/Camp Counselor
Behavioral Health Network
Westfield, MA
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Attended during summer season 2018-2021.
- Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
- Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Trained and mentored new camp counselors in operations practices and camper-focused activities.
- Supervised young campers in recreational activities such as youth sports, aquatics and arts and crafts.
- Performed staff evaluations and addressed areas for improvement.
- Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
- Tracked facilities and equipment safety and cleanliness and took corrective action to resolve emerging issues.
- Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
- Earned First Aid and CPR certifications with emphasis on children's treatment protocols.
- Advised camp management of camper-related issues and helped to formulate targeted resolution plans.
Supplemental Instructor
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Led discussions and activities centered around course content.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Assist students with reviewing course material and improving comprehension.
- Arranged tutoring appointments to improve student performance, facilitate learning and help students earn higher grades.
- Met with faculty members to discuss course content and progress .
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of school policies and program requirements.
- Attended and led supplemental sessions.
- Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
- Increased student participation via engaging assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA 01.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - English
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA 09.2016 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Westfield, MA 08.2012 - 06.2016
Skills
Excellent Communication
Flexible and Adaptable
Classroom management
Lesson Planning
Student-centered learning
Timeline
Student Teacher
Chicopee Public Schools
09.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Westfield State University
01.2020 - 05.2022
Camp Group Leader/Camp Counselor
Behavioral Health Network
06.2018 - 08.2021
Supplemental Instructor
Springfield Technical Community College
01.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Arts - English
Springfield Technical Community College
09.2016 - 12.2019
Dog Sitter
Rover.com
01.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
08.2012 - 06.2016