Laura Glick
Commack,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic teacher with 25 years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Syosset Central School District
Syosset , NY
09.1997 - Current
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
- Graded student papers and assignments to track student progression.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
- Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY08.2003
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY12.1994
Skills
- Quizzes, Tests, and Exams
- Interactive Teaching and Learning
- Parent and Teacher Conferences
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Elementary Education
- Learning Strategies
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Group Instruction
- Critical Thinking
- Performance Assessments
- Instructional Methods
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
- Classroom Instruction
Timeline
Teacher
Syosset Central School District
09.1997 - Current
Master of Science - Social Work
Adelphi University
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Hofstra University