Jan Reese
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Dedicated ELA/Social Studies Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and lesson planning. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes student achievement and critical thinking.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Newark Public Schools
Newark, New Jersey
01.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom environment to foster a safe and inclusive space conducive to learning.
- Created lesson plans focusing on world history, important historical figures and events that have impacted modern society.
- Designed and implemented strategies for differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning styles.
- Utilized sheltered instruction to promote academic instruction for English Language Learners.
- Planned field trips to relevant historical sites to provide an experiential learning opportunity for students.
- Attended local events focused on history and culture, such as museum exhibitions or community lectures.
- Evaluated student comprehension through diverse assessment methods, including written tests, oral presentations, and group projects, debates, informing instructional adjustments.
- Mentored, tutored, and instructed students, before school, lunch time tutoring and after school in writing and historical analysis.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom updates.
Social Studies/ Special Education Teacher
New York City Board of Education
Bronx, New York
09.2015 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans covering U.S. History, World History, Geography, and Civics, aligning with state standards , benchmarks and curriculum goals.
- Facilitated classroom debates and discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement with current events and historical perspectives.
- Collaborated with educators and professionals to design inclusive instructional plans that addressed diverse learning needs.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities implementing tailored interventions to support their academic success.
- Fostered positive classroom environment that encouraged respect and teamwork among students.
- Participated in an enrichment pilot program which brought the NY Historical Society classroom
curriculum to enhance students knowledge of Social Studies through primary sources. - Implemented differentiated and scaffolded instruction to ensure inclusive instruction for English Language Learners.
- Engaged students in remote learning and hybrid classes utilizing platforms such as Peardeck and EDpuzzle to create interactive and engaging lessons.
- 9/11 Teacher lead for presentations, projects and community engagement.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Hunter College
New York, NY05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Lehman College
Bronx, NY12-2000
Skills
- Lesson plan implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Time management
- Classroom management
- Historical analysis
- Problem solving
Timeline
ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Newark Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Social Studies/ Special Education Teacher
New York City Board of Education
09.2015 - 01.2023
Master of Arts - Education
Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Lehman College