Jane Nassisi
Nyack,NY
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in bilingual instruction and curriculum development. Demonstrates keen ability to foster collaborative learning environment and adapt to diverse classroom needs. Skilled in language acquisition strategies, cultural competency, and student engagement. Known for driving educational outcomes and contributing to team success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Dual Language Teacher (Spanish Zone)
Peekskill City School District
09.2021 - Current
- Increased emergent bilingual students' reading levels by integrating small group instruction and altering lesson plans for students needing more scaffolding.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on dual language education, staying up-to-date with current methodologies and pedagogical approaches.
- Organized and led after-school clubs, promoting extracurricular engagement that empowers student voice.
K-1 Dual Language Teacher
P.S. 274
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Developed lessons in Spanish and English with content and language objectives to encourage maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning.
- Observed and assessed student performance to monitor progress and inform instruction.
- Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
Spanish Immersion Playgroups Teacher
La Escuelita
01.2016 - 12.2017
3rd Grade Dual Language Student Teacher
PSMS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos School
01.2017 - 05.2017
Substitue Teacher
Nyack School District
09.2016 - 01.2017
Education
Master of Science - Literacy (Birth-6th Grade)
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY2023
Master of Science - Childhood Education w/ Bilingual Extension
CUNY Hunter College
New York2017
Bachelor of Arts - Film
CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY2009
Skills
- Critical thinker
- Flexible and adaptive
- Competent in Smartboard technology
- Excellent classroom management skills
- Orton Gillingham Trained
- Bilingual Certification
- Experience with Dual Language one-way and two-way programs
- Student engagement
Certification
NYS Teacher Certification in Childhood Education (1-6)
Bilingual Ext. Certification
Timeline
5th Grade Dual Language Teacher (Spanish Zone)
Peekskill City School District
09.2021 - Current
K-1 Dual Language Teacher
P.S. 274
09.2017 - 06.2021
3rd Grade Dual Language Student Teacher
PSMS 161 Pedro Albizu Campos School
01.2017 - 05.2017
Substitue Teacher
Nyack School District
09.2016 - 01.2017
Spanish Immersion Playgroups Teacher
La Escuelita
01.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Film
CUNY Hunter College
Master of Science - Literacy (Birth-6th Grade)
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Master of Science - Childhood Education w/ Bilingual Extension
CUNY Hunter College