Jane Wingle
Albany
Summary
Dynamic educator with a strong background in lesson planning, classroom management, and teacher mentoring. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and comprehension through innovative strategies.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
St. Thomas the Apostle School
Delmar
09.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning state standards with curriculum objectives to enhance student learning.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to boost student comprehension and foster critical thinking skills.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance students' comprehension and critical-thinking skills.
- Integrated technology tools to accommodate diverse learning styles and increase student engagement.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods to inform instruction.
New Teacher Mentor
Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany
Albany
08.2018 - Current
- Mentored new teachers in instructional practices and classroom management techniques.
- Analyzed classroom dynamics to deliver targeted feedback for enhancing instructional effectiveness.
- Encouraged reflective practices to improve teaching methodologies and student engagement.
- Provided guidance and support to new teachers through individual mentoring sessions.
- Maintained records of all mentoring sessions, including notes and assessments of progress made by mentors and mentees.
- Observed classroom dynamics to provide constructive feedback to new educators.
- Promoted reflective practices to enhance teaching methodologies and boost student engagement.
Educator
Mater Christi School
Albany
10.1997 - 08.2017
- Taught English, literature, & religion to grades 5-8
- Was the Title I teacher
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
- Student Council moderator
- Organized school events to foster community involvement and collaboration.
- Created a safe, comfortable learning environment for students by establishing positive relationships with them.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
State University of New York At Albany
Albany, NY05-1985
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/English
The College of St. Rose
Albany, NY05-1980
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Project-based learning
- Engagement strategies
- Teacher mentoring
- Collaborative learning
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Reflective practice
- Team collaboration
- Subject matter expertise
Accomplishments
- NCEA Distinguished Teacher
- The College of St. Rose Distinguished Alumni
- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Distinguished Teacher
- Recognized as one of 25 "teachers who are making a difference" (Times-Union and NYS United Teachers)
- Who's Who Among America's Teachers
Affiliations
- Volunteered as a researcher and editor with a professor at the State University at Albany
- Appointed lead teacher for Common Core training of school staff
- Presenter at ECL (English Computer, Library): A Collaborative Research-Based Project for Middle School-"We Light the Way" PD
- Presenter at Catholic Central High School on Formative Assessment
- Two journal articles accepted for publication in "Teaching Pre-K to 8"
Timeline
Educator
St. Thomas the Apostle School
09.2022 - Current
New Teacher Mentor
Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany
08.2018 - Current
Educator
Mater Christi School
10.1997 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
State University of New York At Albany
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/English
The College of St. Rose