Jill Gilroy

• Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
• Provided individualized, tiered instruction to meet the needs of students.
• Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
• Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
• Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
• Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
• Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
• Facilitated small group instruction to accommodate individual learning styles.
• Integrated educational technology for motivation, engagement, and accessibility.
• Obtained data to drive instruction and implement goals listed on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Maintained a structured classroom, developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) focused on individualized reinforcement.
• Prepared students in grades 3 & 4 for NYS standardized testing in ELA, Math and Science to meet expectations of proficiency.
• Maintained strong classroom management creating a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
• Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
• Received recognition for contributions of innovative concepts in classroom instruction.

Additional School Service

• Cooperating Classroom Teacher for College Student Teachers
• Cooperating Classroom Teacher for High School and College Student Observers
• Mentorships Professional and Student
• Schoolwide Parent-Teacher Liaison
• Served on numerous committees such as: New Teacher Hiring, Principal-Teacher Action, Character Education, Testing Lead Scorer