Kaitlynn Pessolano
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Accomplished being successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Energetic and driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Great Team Leader experienced and dedicated to enhancing student growth and team happiness. Diplomatic and friendly with proven commitment to employee knowledge and happiness along with student focused performance and engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Extended Day Teacher
River City Science Academy Elementary
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Create weekly activities accordingly to grade level, create weekly schedule for after school activities, assist students with homework, guide and encourage students daily.
Front Office Assistant
River City Science Academy Elementary
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Answer multi phone line, assist parents as needed, assist teachers & staff as needed, tend to sick children.
- Supported staff members with administrative tasks, improving productivity across various departments.
- Developed procedures for handling sensitive information, maintaining confidentiality and adhering to company policies.
- Organized file systems both physical and digital through strategic categorization resulting in easy access and retrieval of documents.
2nd Grade Teacher & Team Lead
River City Science Academy Intracoastal
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning
- Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
- Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.)
- Assess and record students’ progress and provide grades and feedback
- Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom
- Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings
- Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events
- Observe and understand students’ behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse etc
- Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences etc.
- Boosted student literacy levels by implementing a comprehensive reading program.
- Collaborated with other teachers for interdisciplinary lesson planning, enhancing student understanding of various subjects.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a strong support network for academic success.
- Utilized assessment data to differentiate instruction and meet the individual needs of each student.
ESE Paraprofessional
River City Science Academy Intracoastal
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Service students with ESE service plans, input notes into Focus, small group testing
- Create reports to help students succeed
- Empower students through programs designed to enhance their academic and social achievements
- Work with computers and specialized AV equipment to make these resources available to the teacher during lessons.
Paraprofessional
River City Science Academy Mandarin
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Assists teacher with conducting lessons, managing the classroom, and developing materials to track student progress during the school year
- Create reports to let parents understand what their children are learning
- Empower students through programs designed to enhance their academic and social achievements
- Work with computers and specialized AV equipment to make these resources available to the teacher during lessons.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Extended Day Teacher
River City Science Academy Mandarin
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Follow a weekly schedule, help with homework, recess, and plan fun and engaging activities.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment for all.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that resulted in a more focused and engaged classroom atmosphere.
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Nassau County School District
07.2024 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
- Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.
- Improved reading comprehension skills by implementing guided reading groups and literature circles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that maintained a structured yet nurturing environment conducive to learning.
- Promoted social-emotional learning by incorporating character education lessons into daily routines and discussions.
- Established high expectations for both academic achievement and behavior, inspiring students to reach their goals while upholding school values.
- Designed differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure all students were engaged.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
Infant Teacher
The Learning Experience at Mandarin
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Assist to infant needs, follow daily schedule according to each individual needs
- Including but not limited to, cleaning, feeding, changing, and encouraging cognitive and physical development
- While creating a safe, hygienic, and loving environment for each child.
Hostess
Sashimi Fusion
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Answer phones and put together to-go orders
- Assist customers with seating, questions, and concerns
- Help the waiters and waitresses deliver food and tend to customer needs when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
UNF
Jacksonville05.2022
Associates in Arts -
FSCJ
Jacksonville, FL05.2020
High School Diploma -
River City Science Academy High School
Jacksonville06.2016
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Behavior Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Engagement
References
- Jamie Hough, 7450 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL, 32216, 904-855-8010
- Terry Chen, 2771 Monument Rd., Jacksonville, FL, 32225, 904-647-5536
- Debbie Ocasio/ Destiny, 11945 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32223, 904-880-1695
- Aladdin Akgul, 10911 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL, 32257, 904-855-8010
- Megan Jackson, 2002 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL, 32224, 904-855-8010
- Sarah Ray, 550 Curiosity Ave, Yulee, FL 32097, (904) 225-3053
Timeline
Teacher - 2nd Grade
Nassau County School District
07.2024 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher & Team Lead
River City Science Academy Intracoastal
08.2022 - 07.2024
ESE Paraprofessional
River City Science Academy Intracoastal
08.2021 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional
River City Science Academy Mandarin
09.2019 - 05.2021
Extended Day Teacher
River City Science Academy Mandarin
11.2018 - 03.2020
Infant Teacher
The Learning Experience at Mandarin
08.2018 - 11.2018
Hostess
Sashimi Fusion
09.2017 - 08.2018
Extended Day Teacher
River City Science Academy Elementary
10.2015 - 06.2017
Front Office Assistant
River City Science Academy Elementary
10.2015 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
UNF
Associates in Arts -
FSCJ
High School Diploma -
River City Science Academy High School
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