Dynamic Kindergarten Teacher adept at fostering critical thinking and social-emotional growth. Skilled in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Ability to develop engaging, multisensory lessons that elevate student engagement and performance. Committed to cultivating strong relationships with families and colleagues in order to meet the needs of all students. Dedicated to continuous self-reflection, growth, and student success in and out of the classroom. Exceptional organizational skills and work ethic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Franklin Township Board Of Education
Somerset, New Jersey
08.2014 - Current
Facilitated development of critical thinking skills in students by providing problem-solving opportunities.
Planned and implemented engaging lessons to develop and promote
rigorous learning opportunities to meet the individual needs of each student.
Developed lesson plans consistent with established guidelines, standards, and goals, and created and adapted lesson plans based on student performance data to ensure success for all learners.
Used wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance needs of diverse student population.
Organized activities that promoted academic, social, and emotional development.
Promoted foundational learning concepts through hands-on activities and multi-sensory approaches.
Maintained accurate records of student performance and personal information.
Effectively used assessment data to inform teaching practices.
Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current levels and desired growth goals to support preparedness for the transition to the next grade level.
Collaborated with colleagues, including instructional coaches, grade-level team members, ELL, AIS, special education teachers, behaviorists, and guidance counselors.
Created and maintained a safe learning environment for students, fostering an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement, and articulation of clear expectations and consequences.
Developed meaningful relationships with parents and students through consistent communication.
Advocated for students by actively participating in I&RS, 504, and Child Study Team meetings.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ
05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Muhlenberg College
Allentown, PA
05-2010
Skills
Organizational and planning skills
Classroom management
Social-emotional learning
Collaborative teaching
Continuous improvement
Differentiated instruction
Trained in the Orton-Gillingham Program (30 hr)
Affiliations
PBSIS
Title 1 Climate and Culture
Safety and Climate
Unified Champions
Math Leadership
Student Mentor
Yearbook
Cooperating Teacher
Accomplishments
Governor's Teacher of the Year 2019-2020
Highly Qualified Teacher Status
Certification
PA Elementary Education K-6
NJ Elementary Education K-5
Teacher of Students with Disabilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Franklin Township Board Of Education
08.2014 - Current
Master of Arts - Special Education
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Muhlenberg College
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