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Joseph Wilson

Danbury,CT

Summary

Experienced Tutor/ Teacher confident in helping students excel through individual and small group instruction. Focused on improving student academic performance and test readiness. Knowledgeable about district, state and federal curriculum requirements.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Blind Brook/Rye CSD
Rye, NY
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

Tutor -Social Studies

A+ Tutoring & Test Preparation
White Plains, NY
01.2008 - 06.2014
  • Prepared and administered tests to assess student understanding of course material.
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
  • Provided comprehensive feedback on student progress, including areas for improvement and successes.
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress.
  • Facilitated small-group discussions to increase comprehension of course material.
  • Helped students develop critical thinking skills by engaging them in interactive dialogue about challenging concepts.

Homebound Tutor

Lakeland Central School District
Shrub Oak, NY
09.2007 - 06.2013
  • Assisted students in developing learning strategies to complete their coursework while at home.
  • Ensured that all curriculum objectives were met as outlined by the school district guidelines.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors and attitudes towards learning among students while working remotely.
  • Collaborated with teachers to ensure that instruction is consistent with classroom expectations.
  • Provided feedback and guidance on student assignments.
  • Created lesson plans tailored to the individual needs of each student.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Studies Education

CUNY Lehman College, The Bronx, NY
05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

SUNY Purchase College, Purchase, NY
05.2000

History / Anthropology

University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

Liberal Arts and Sciences

Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • Progress Reporting
  • Student Evaluation
  • Lesson Planning
  • Skills Development
  • Learning Techniques
  • Personalized Learning Plans
  • Records Management
  • Educational Feedback
  • Homework Assistance
  • Writing Tutoring

Timeline

Substitute Teacher - Blind Brook/Rye CSD
11.2024 - 06.2025
Tutor -Social Studies - A+ Tutoring & Test Preparation
01.2008 - 06.2014
Homebound Tutor - Lakeland Central School District
09.2007 - 06.2013
CUNY Lehman College - Master of Arts, Social Studies Education
SUNY Purchase College - Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Arts And Sciences
University of Arizona - , History / Anthropology
Pima Community College - , Liberal Arts and Sciences

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