Justina D'Esposito
Long Beach,NY
Summary
Accomplished UPK Teacher at Hofstra University/Farmingdale School District, adept in creative teaching strategies and classroom management, significantly enhanced literacy skills through targeted interventions. Fostered strong relationships with students and parents, mentoring new teachers and tailoring instruction to diverse learning styles, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
Since my break in classroom teaching -I am now a mother to two children with special needs i integrated everything I have ever learned both in knowledge and field work to differentiate instruction to the needs of my own children for their personal success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
UPK Teacher
Hofstra University/ Farmingdale School District
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Increased literacy skills of struggling readers through targeted intervention and support strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching methods, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and fellow educators in order to provide optimal support for each child''s unique educational journey.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities, promoting active learning for all students.
- Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and promoting respect among students.
- Enhanced communication with parents through regular progress reports and conferences, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the school community, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching strategies.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
- Implemented creative techniques to make challenging subjects more accessible for diverse learners, leading to improved understanding and retention of material.
- Utilized assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting instructional approaches as needed to address individual needs.
- Boosted student confidence and motivation by providing consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Dual Early Childhood & Elementary Education
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies And Psychology
Queens College
Queens, NY05.2011
High School Diploma -
Long Beach High School
Long Beach NY 06.2005
Skills
- Health and safety
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Fine Motor Skills
- Gross Motor Skills
- Music and Movement
- Special Needs Support
- Cognitive Development
- Artistic Expression
- Classroom Management
- Science Exploration
- Math Concepts
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Child Development
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Education
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Creative Thinking
- Active Listening
- Play-Based Learning
- Parent and Guardian Relations
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Goal Setting
Timeline
UPK Teacher
Hofstra University/ Farmingdale School District
08.2014 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Dual Early Childhood & Elementary Education
Hofstra University
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies And Psychology
Queens College
High School Diploma -
Long Beach High School
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