Jennifer N. Doran
Loudonville
Summary
Experienced educator with strong background in reading intervention and literacy development. Deep understanding of instructional strategies and assessment techniques to support diverse learning needs. Known for fostering collaborative environment and driving student success. Adaptable and reliable with focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Albertus W. Becker Elementary School
09.2007 - Current
- Company Overview: Ravena- Coeymans- Selkirk Central School District
- Collaborating with a team of three third grade teachers to develop curriculum in all content areas
- Working closely with ELA and math interventionists as well as speech therapists to develop individualized programming for students
- Implementing ELA and Mathematics EngageNY Modules / lessons based off the NYS Next Generation Standards, within the classroom curriculum
- Completes DRA2's and Words Their Way assessments on all students three times per year
- Administers Fastbridge Reading/ Progress Monitoring and Math assessments multiple times per year
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with IEPs and 504 Plans within the classroom
- Advisor for the Afterschool Homework Tutorial Club
- Rated 'Highly Effective' through the APPR process
- Volunteer at various PTA and after school functions
- Ravena- Coeymans- Selkirk Central School District
Reading Interventionist Teacher
Albertus W. Becker Elementary School
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Company Overview: Ravena- Coeymans- Selkirk Central School District
- Taught Tier 2 and 3 Response to Intervention reading to students in grades K through 5
- Co-teaching and small group instruction
- Worked closely with other RTI service providers as well as classroom teachers to tailor instruction to best suit each student
- Implemented behavior management plans at a small group and individual level
- Participated in professional development including Good Habits Great Readers and Daily 5/ CAFE
- Used AimsWeb and DRA data to drive instructional planning for individuals and small groups
- Ravena- Coeymans- Selkirk Central School District
Reading Interventionist Teacher & Grade Four ELA / S.S. Teacher
Albertus W. Becker Elementary School
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Company Overview: Ravena- Coeymans- Selkirk Central School District
- Utilized both push in and push out models
- Engaged families to promote early literacy practices and encouraged a culture of literacy acquisition through integration, inquiry and purposeful play
- Collaborated and worked closely with the Grade Four Math & Science Coteacher to implement interactive lessons for our shared classroom
- Integrated differentiated English Language Arts and Social Studies activities based on the New York State Learning Standards
- Ravena- Coeymans- Selkirk Central School District
Kindergarten Teacher
Saint Bridgid's School
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Company Overview: Boston Massachusetts
- Boston Massachusetts
Sixth Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher
Farnsworth Middle School
11.2005 - 06.2006
- Company Overview: Guilderland Central School District
- Guilderland Central School District
Kindergarten Teaching Assistant
Westmere Elementary School
09.2005 - 11.2005
- Company Overview: Guilderland Central School District
- Guilderland Central School District
Substitute Teacher
Saint Pius X School
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Company Overview: Loudonville, N.Y
- Loudonville, N.Y
Substitute Teacher
Saint Gregory's School for Boys
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Company Overview: Loudonville, N.Y
- Loudonville, N.Y
Preschool Teacher
Forest Meadows Funland Daycare & Preschool
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Company Overview: Loudonville, N.Y
- Loudonville, N.Y
Education
Masters - Literacy, Birth- Sixth Grade
The College of Saint Rose
08.2005
Bachelors of Science - Childhood Education
The College of Saint Rose
05.2004
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Individualized instruction
- Data analysis
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments
Earned Highly Effective Teacher through APPR.
Collaborated with Task Force Committee Members, to adapt an Integrated ELA & Social Studies Curriculum.
Mentor teacher to multiple Mentees
Professional References
- Debra Neubart, Retired Building Principal, A.W. Becker Elementary School, 2024
- Tara Stott, Third Grade Teacher, A.W. Becker Elementary School
- Kerry Anderson, Retired Elementary Teacher & Content Specialist, A.W. Becker Elementary School
Certification
- NYS Professional Certification in Childhood Education, Grades 1 through 6
- NYS Professional Certification in Literacy, Birth through Grade 6
Central Teaching Competencies
- Strong leadership skills and ability to provide coworkers with support in areas of expertise.
- Organized and prompt with day to day expectations.
- Able to confidently adapt quickly to fully remote instruction while maintaining positive student and parent relationships.
- Motivated to continue to learn additional skills and strategies to maximize my teaching for all learners.
- Constantly seeking ways to differentiate materials to reach all types of learners.
Timeline
Reading Interventionist Teacher
Albertus W. Becker Elementary School
09.2008 - 06.2009
Third Grade Teacher
Albertus W. Becker Elementary School
09.2007 - Current
Reading Interventionist Teacher & Grade Four ELA / S.S. Teacher
Albertus W. Becker Elementary School
09.2007 - 06.2008
Kindergarten Teacher
Saint Bridgid's School
09.2006 - 06.2007
Sixth Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher
Farnsworth Middle School
11.2005 - 06.2006
Kindergarten Teaching Assistant
Westmere Elementary School
09.2005 - 11.2005
Substitute Teacher
Saint Pius X School
01.2004 - 01.2005
Substitute Teacher
Saint Gregory's School for Boys
01.2004 - 01.2005
Preschool Teacher
Forest Meadows Funland Daycare & Preschool
01.2000 - 01.2005
Bachelors of Science - Childhood Education
The College of Saint Rose
Masters - Literacy, Birth- Sixth Grade
The College of Saint Rose
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