Passionate and devoted educator to a diverse Urban Title 1 district. Extensive long term substitute positions provided rich and realistic classroom teaching experience to a diverse population of both upper and lower elementary students. Possesses strong adaptation skills by stepping into long term substitute positions and quickly adapting to the curriculum, expectations, and complete duties of the absent classroom teachers. Ability to maintain discipline and create an inclusive, positive learning environment.
1st Grade Long Term Substitute MAY 2023 - JUNE 2023
• Created engaging lessons with an emphasis on the science of reading while teaching students to effectively read, write, and spell
• Worked closely with literacy specialists to organize and facilitate small group instruction with emphasis on phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding, and reading fluency
• Analyzed data from phonics and phonemic awareness-based progress monitoring to determine whole and small group instruction
• Designs personalized worksheets, SMART board presentations, and materials to meet the differentiated needs of students
5th Grade Long Term Substitute DEC 2022 - MAY 2023
• Utilized small/whole grouping, and one-to-one instructions
• Assessed and progress monitored oral reading fluency skills through DIBELS Assessments evaluate students’ skill set
• Prepared students for state and district testing (i.e SBA, IABs) through regular reading comprehension, writing, and fluency skill practice and instruction
• Completed grading and report cards, facilitated parent conferences, regularly communicated with student families through telephone, Remind, and written notes in English and Spanish