Jenna Piacenti
East Islip
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with experience fostering student growth through engaging, differentiated instruction. Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments, implementing evidence-based literacy strategies, and supporting diverse student needs. Committed to inspiring a love of learning while promoting academic and social-emotional success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 1st Grade ICT
Great Neck Road Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
- Co-taught alongside a general education teacher to deliver inclusive, differentiated instruction in a collaborative classroom setting
- Modified lesson plans and instructional materials to accommodate students with learning disabilities, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all students
- Used Fundations to support phonics, spelling, and reading fluency for students in early grades, reinforcing foundational literacy skills
- Leveraged i-Ready diagnostic data to tailor personalized learning paths, track student progress, and adjust instruction to meet specific academic needs
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including visual, auditory, and kinesthetic strategies, to meet the diverse learning styles of students
- Worked with a diverse student population, including students of varying cultural backgrounds, learning abilities, and English language proficiency, adapting instruction to meet the unique needs of each student
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Self-Contained 8:2:3
Eastern Suffolk Boces
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans tailored to meet the needs of students with diverse learning disabilities
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to reinforce core academic skills, focusing on reading, math, and social-emotional development
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals
- Utilized a variety of teaching tools, strategies, and adaptive technology to enhance learning outcomes for students with varying abilities
- Collaborated with support staff, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and counselors, to provide comprehensive support to students
PERMANENT SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
West Gates Elementary School
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Assumed full-time teaching responsibilities in the absence of a regular teacher, ensuring continuous learning and classroom stability
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to maintain consistent instruction
- Adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs, including providing accommodations for students with special needs
- Managed classroom behavior and fostered a positive and respectful learning environment
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
East Islip School District
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Supervised and managed classroom activities to ensure a safe and productive learning environment
- Delivered lesson plans and instructional materials left by the regular teacher
- Maintained classroom discipline and implemented behavioral management strategies
- Assisted students with academic tasks and provided individualized support as needed
STUDENT TEACHER Self-Contained 12:1:1
Connetquot Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Individualize instruction aligned to students' IEP goals and the Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS)
- Analyze i-Ready Reading diagnostics and utilize Fountas & Pinnell for targeted reading instruction
- Develop students' phonemic awareness and reading fluency utilizing Heggerty Phonics program
- Collaborate with related service providers for comprehensive and consistent approaches to meeting students' needs
- Examine informal and formal assessment results, exit tickets, and i-Ready reports to inform instruction
- Incorporate SMART Board, SMART Notebook, PowerPoint, and Quizziz for interactive and engaging learning
STUDENT TEACHER Resource Room Grades 3-5
JFK Elementary School
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided students receiving special education services with academic support in a small group and 1:1 setting
- Instituted i-Ready Math, i-Ready Reading, and Wilson's Just Words curricula for intensive intervention and support
- Partnered with teachers to review data, current lesson material, and to determine areas requiring reinforcement
- Adhered to IEPs for goal attainment related to Learning Disability, Speech-Language Impairment, and OHI/ADHD
- Supported English as a New Language (ENL) students utilizing visuals, modeling, and sentence starters
STUDENT TEACHER Fourth Grade ICT
JFK Elementary School
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with Co-Teacher in models including Station Teaching, Parallel Teaching, and Team Teaching
- Modified instruction to meet the needs of general education, special education, and ENL students
- Utilized positive reinforcements to establish a structured learning environment balanced with student engagement
- Support individual social, behavior, and classroom management based on positive reinforcement
- Attended Student Intervention Team (SIT) meetings as part of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) model
STUDENT TEACHER First Grade
Connetquot Elementary School
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered and analyze Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessments to determine students' reading levels
- Partnered with grade level team to analyze data, create effective behavior plans, and develop routines
- Provided opportunities for Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) based on mindfulness and developing a growth mindset
- Scaffolded Emergent and Transitioning English Language Learners (ELLs) using small group instruction
PRIVATE MATH TUTOR
Private Clients
10.2021 - Current
- Assist elementary through high school students with skill reinforcement and high-stakes testing preparation
Education
Master of Science - Education; Literacy Education B-12
Suny Cortland
Cortland, NY05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study; Concentration: Mathematic; GPA: 4.0; Dean's List; Academic Achievement Scholarship
St. Joseph's University
Patchogue, NYSkills
- Proficient in Google Workspace
- Proficient in Office 365
- Proficient in Zoom
- Strong collaboration and co-teaching expertise
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior management strategies
- Classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Patience and empathy
- Organization
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2), New York
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), New York
- Students with Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2), New York
- Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6), New York
Timeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 1st Grade ICT
Great Neck Road Elementary School
09.2024 - Current
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Self-Contained 8:2:3
Eastern Suffolk Boces
07.2024 - 08.2024
PERMANENT SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
West Gates Elementary School
05.2024 - 06.2024
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
East Islip School District
05.2024 - 05.2024
STUDENT TEACHER Self-Contained 12:1:1
Connetquot Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
STUDENT TEACHER Resource Room Grades 3-5
JFK Elementary School
01.2024 - 03.2024
STUDENT TEACHER Fourth Grade ICT
JFK Elementary School
10.2023 - 12.2023
STUDENT TEACHER First Grade
Connetquot Elementary School
09.2023 - 10.2023
PRIVATE MATH TUTOR
Private Clients
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Child Study; Concentration: Mathematic; GPA: 4.0; Dean's List; Academic Achievement Scholarship
St. Joseph's University
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2), New York
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), New York
- Students with Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2), New York
- Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6), New York
Master of Science - Education; Literacy Education B-12
Suny Cortland
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