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Kera Peterson

Cohoes,N.Y.

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience in fostering student-centered learning and cognitive development at Cohoes City School District. Excelled in implementing innovative teaching methods to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Adept at building strong relationships with students and parents, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Expertise in classroom instruction and student motivation, demonstrating a positive impact on student achievement.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher AID

Cohoes City School District
Cohoes, N.Y.
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.

Lead Teacher

Childtime Childcare
Latham, N.Y..
08.2015 - 08.2021

Lead Teacher

Cohoes Community Center
Cohoes, N.Y.
08.2007 - 08.2015

Education

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
12-2024

Skills

  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Student-centered learning
  • Small group instruction
  • Classroom restocking
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Performance assessments
  • Child development
  • Student needs assessment
  • Classwork assignment
  • Educational activities
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Classroom instruction
  • Student motivation
  • Special education
  • Cognitive and behavioral development

Timeline

Teacher AID

Cohoes City School District
08.2021 - Current

Lead Teacher

Childtime Childcare
08.2015 - 08.2021

Lead Teacher

Cohoes Community Center
08.2007 - 08.2015

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Hudson Valley Community College
Kera Peterson