Jill Collins
Greenwich,NY
Summary
Dynamic Social Studies Teacher from Mechanicville Jr/Sr High School, adept in differentiated instruction and educational technology. Excelled in fostering student engagement and collaborative learning, significantly enhancing comprehension through innovative lesson plans. Skilled in curriculum development and classroom management, consistently improving teaching strategies for diverse learning styles.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Mechanicville Jr/Sr High School
09.2006 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
Education
Master of Science - High School Teaching
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburg, MO05.2003
Master of Science - Major in History, Minor in Education
Russel Sage College
Troy, NY05.2000
Skills
Differentiated Instruction
Educational technology
Classroom Management
Technology Implementation
Student Engagement
Lesson Planning
Collaborative learning
Curriculum Development
Online Teaching
Parent Communication
Creative Instruction Style
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Mechanicville Jr/Sr High School
09.2006 - Current
Master of Science - High School Teaching
SUNY Plattsburgh
Master of Science - Major in History, Minor in Education
Russel Sage College
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