Jennifer Lyon
Teacher
Massapequa,NY
Summary
I am a seasoned, energetic and creative teacher with
demonstrated skills to motivate and excite students about learning. I maintain an organized classroom environment devoted to student learning. As a caring and compassionate professional, I use my in-depth knowledge of teaching, using the best practices and strong moral values.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
P.S 154
Bronx, NY
09.1998 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other methods.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Education
Master of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
05-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Sociology
05-1992
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Family Involvement
- Cognitive and Behavioral Development
- Project-Based Learning
- Interactive Teaching and Learning
- Child Development
- Social-Emotional Learning
- NY Teaching Certification With Early Childhood Education Endorsement
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Cooperative Learning Experience
- Process Art
Affiliations
- Singing, Crafts, Walking, Gardening , Traveling, Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Marianist Retreat Volunteer, Boy Scout Leader, Soup Kitchen -Ladles of Hope, Snapology Consultant
Accomplishments
- Girl Scout Gold Award
- Certified Boy Scout Leader
- CPR Training
- Narcon Training
Certification
- New York City Provisional - Elementary Education
- New York State Provisional Certification: Elementary Education
- Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist (C.T.R.S.) Eligible
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteImportant To Me
Flexible work hours4-day work weekTimeline
Teacher - P.S 154
09.1998 - 07.2023
Lehman College of The City University of New York - Master of Science, Therapeutic Recreation
Queens College of The City University of New York - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education And Sociology