Jessica Ciccotelli

• Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate the diverse needs of each student, resulting in improved academic performance.
• Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent communication with students and parents.
• Incorporated project-based learning into curriculum, encouraging students to take ownership of their education and apply critical thinking skills.
• Implemented assessment strategies to track student progress, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
• Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated relevant topics, fostering an interest in learning across various subjects.
• Enhanced student understanding by incorporating diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
• Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and develop innovative teaching methods, enhancing overall instructional quality.
• Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
• Assisted with school-wide initiatives focused on increasing literacy rates among students, implementing targeted interventions for struggling readers.
• Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication and involvement in school events, promoting a supportive community for student success.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research, continually improving instructional effectiveness.
• Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.

• Increased overall class participation by creating an inclusive environment that valued all students'' opinions and ideas.
• Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Promoted literacy skills through guided reading sessions, literature circles, and writing workshops.
• Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.

• Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed a classroom instructional program which was consistent with CA standards. Experience with Everyday Math, SRA Real Math, Step Up to Writing, SRA Imagine It.
• Created and taught tiered ELD lessons.
• Performed student background reviews to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
• Developed program to work with students and increase interest in higher learning.
• Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion.
• Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
• Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 20-22.
• Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty.
• Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by 80%. students.
• Served as Math Coordinator for one year and Mentor Teacher for four years.

Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed a classroom instructional program to 1st and 5th graders.

Designed and implemented language arts, and science lessons. Taught Everyday Math curriculum. Substitute taught.