Joan Petruzzi
Lake Grove,NY
Summary
Dedicated and responsive Early Childhood/Childhood Educator with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as a role model by using a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Wenonah Elementary
Sachem Central School District
02.2024 - Current
- Modified curriculum and instruction techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Facilitated meaningful discussions related to the subject area
- Provided effective classroom management during lessons and activities.
Teacher Assistant
Children of America
Smithtown, NY
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Supervised and managed children between the ages of infancy to school age (Birth- age 12)
- Guided children with challenging behaviors, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Provided a safe and secure learning environment, while establishing a positive and productive relationship with families.
First Grade
Wenonah Elementary
Lake Grove, NY
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Worked with a cooperating teacher to perform daily tasks and maintain a healthy learning environment for 18 students
- Lead class in morning meeting, writing, reading, and math activities using materials provided
- Supported social and emotional development by providing positive guidance.
Fourth Grade
Wenonah Elementary
Lake Grove, NY
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked with a cooperating teacher effectively in everyday tasks
- Implemented lessons for a classroom of 20 students to align with students goals to improve student performance
- Developed team building activities that enhance student motivation and teamwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Childhood Education (B-6th), Liberal Arts
State University of New York (SUNY) At Oneont
Oneonta05.2023
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Flexible and adaptive
- Organization and Time Management
Certification
- Early Childhood Education, Birth-Grade 2, 1780536241, 01/2024
- Childhood Education, Grades 1-6, 1780398241, 01/2024
Related Experience
Observation/ Participation 100 Hours
- First Grade, Jefferson, NY - March 2022
- STEAM Fair Participation, Worcester Elementary School, Worcester, NY - April 2022
- First and Third Grade, Eugene Auer Elementary School, Middle Country, NY - Nov.2019
Activities
The Association for Childhood Education Club (ACE), SUNY Oneonta - Sept. 2019 - Dec. 2023
Awards
- Magna Cum Laude, SUNY Oneonta, Oneonta, NY - May 2023
- Provost's List, SUNY Oneonta, Oneonta, NY - May 2022
- Dean's List, SUNY Oneonta, Oneonta, NY - May 2020- Dec. 2021
Volunteer Experience
After School Program, Valley View Elementary School, Oneonta, NY - Sept.2019 - Feb.2019
- Assisted with after school activities for 20 children in grades ranging from K-5 by engaging in physical activity., Provided a safe environment during outdoor play by establishing rules.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Wenonah Elementary
02.2024 - Current
Fourth Grade
Wenonah Elementary
03.2023 - 05.2023
First Grade
Wenonah Elementary
01.2023 - 03.2024
Teacher Assistant
Children of America
05.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Childhood Education (B-6th), Liberal Arts
State University of New York (SUNY) At Oneont
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