June George
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Passionate Early Childhood Teacher for over 25 years in both General Education and ICT settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2021 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
Fully Remote Kindergarten Teacher
NYC Department Of Education
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
- Designed innovative initiatives to engage parents in educational process for student benefit.
Second Grade Teacher - ICT
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Created welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access curriculum successfully.
Kindergarten Teacher
New York City Department of Education
01.2001 - 06.2019
- Taught general education students
- In 2013-14 worked with individuals with learning challenges within Collaborative Team Teaching classroom
- Worked with partners to analyze data and regroup classes for literacy periods
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and administrators
- Created focus wall to connect parents to current curriculum.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
First-Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Deliver first-grade curriculum, designing and developing programs to meet academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
- Took children to Brooklyn Borough Hall to represent school and collect plants and tools for school garden
- Students were interviewed by press and article appeared in New York Daily News.
Second-Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Developed lesson plans and taught all areas of curriculum to diverse group of students
- Flexibility was required to provide multidisciplinary approach that met needs of all students.
Guide
Growing Assets (Montessori School)
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Teaching all areas of Montessori Curriculum to group of 18 students, with focus on developing students' social skill and intellectual skills of order, concentration, coordination, independent and Self-esteem.
Guide
Simeon Center (Montessori School)
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Took part in development of new Montessori school
- Collaborated with co-workers to assist family in meeting admission requirement
- Hand on training to become Montessori Guide.
Education
Montessori Institute of American - Pre-primary
Montessori Institute of America - Washington
05.1998
MS - Special Education, Learning Disability
Brooklyn College
02.1998
BA - Early Childhood Education
Brooklyn College
06.1994
Montessori training -
Marymount College
09.1993
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Phonics Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Early Childhood Education
- Field Trip Organization
- Team Teaching
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 2), Professional Certificate (02/2013)
- Montessori - Directress of children, ages 3-6, Permanent Certificate (05/1998)
- Special Education Permanent Certificate (02/1998)
- Common Branches - Permanent Certificate (02/1998)
School Community Involvement
- Computer Science for All
- Professional Development Chairperson (2014-2016)
- Principal Advisory Team (2015-2017)
- PBIS/TAC-D (2014-present)
- MOSEL Selection Committee (2013-15)
- Kindergarten Trip Coordinator (2001-2019)
- Leadership Team (2001-02)
- Consultation Committee (2002-05, 2020-present)
- Teacher Team Leader (2012-2019)
- Data team - 2022- present
- ILT -Instruction Leadership Team - 2021 - Present
Awards
- 2015 Second Place in District 17 science fair
- 2014 Second Place in District 17 science fair
- 2013 First Place in District 17 science fair
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2021 - Current
Fully Remote Kindergarten Teacher
NYC Department Of Education
09.2020 - 06.2021
Second Grade Teacher - ICT
New York City Department Of Education, New York
09.2019 - 06.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
New York City Department of Education
01.2001 - 06.2019
First-Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
01.2000 - 01.2001
Second-Grade Teacher
New York City Department Of Education, New York
01.1998 - 01.2000
Guide
Growing Assets (Montessori School)
01.1995 - 01.1998
Guide
Simeon Center (Montessori School)
01.1993 - 01.1994
Montessori Institute of American - Pre-primary
Montessori Institute of America - Washington
MS - Special Education, Learning Disability
Brooklyn College
BA - Early Childhood Education
Brooklyn College
Montessori training -
Marymount College