Lacey Phillips
Haverstraw
Summary
Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering five years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Teacher
NYC Department of Education
09.2024 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- NEST Certified
Student Teacher
Clarkstown Central School District
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
Teacher's Aide
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Teacher's Aide
Scarsdale Public Schools
10.2019 - 12.2022
- Support classroom teacher with facilitating lesson plans
- Carry out therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or speech-language pathologists
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Student Teacher
Memorial Elementary School
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Designed, coordinated, and taught lessons for first-grade level students
- Provided support and advice to students with assignments
- Instructed small and large groups of students throughout the day, promoting teamwork
- Assessed students daily on new concepts in math, language arts, science, and social studies
- Articulated the importance of diversity
- Reported concerns regarding students to higher authorities.
Student Teacher
Memorial Day Nursery
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Planned and taught lessons for preschool-level students
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Worked with and encouraged individual students to practice skills
- Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
Teacher's Assistant/Observer
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Assist teacher with classroom tasks and activities
- Observe and document student behavior and progress
- Provide support to students during lessons and activities
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure effective instruction
- Assist with classroom management and organization.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mercy College
12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
05.2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Creativity
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom Technology
Certification
- NYS Master's in Early Childhood Education (Birth-2)
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
NYC Department of Education
09.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Clarkstown Central School District
09.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher's Aide
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
02.2023 - 06.2023
Teacher's Aide
Scarsdale Public Schools
10.2019 - 12.2022
Student Teacher
Memorial Elementary School
02.2018 - 05.2018
Student Teacher
Memorial Day Nursery
09.2017 - 12.2017
Teacher's Assistant/Observer
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mercy College
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