Lynn Polin
Marlton,NJ
Summary
Accomplished elementary educator 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.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Short Term Preschool Inclusion 4 Educator
Evesham Township School District
09.2023 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
Third Grade Elementary School Teacher
Maple Shade School District
09.2002 - 06.2020
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities.
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
- 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.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Authored various reading and writing curriculums to align with NJ Core Standards
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Adjunct Professor of Reading
Burlington County Community College
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
- Evaluated and selected instructional materials and texts to prepare course materials and lesson plans.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
- Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Demonstrated superb organization skills in classroom and with student records with specific attention to school policies for documentation.
Education
Master in Art of Teaching -
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI08-2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ05-2002
Skills
- Elementary education
- Special education
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Activity planning
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Student records management
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year, 2006-2007
- Maple Shade Rotary Educator of the Year, 2006-2007
Timeline
Short Term Preschool Inclusion 4 Educator
Evesham Township School District
09.2023 - Current
Adjunct Professor of Reading
Burlington County Community College
01.2011 - 12.2011
Third Grade Elementary School Teacher
Maple Shade School District
09.2002 - 06.2020
Master in Art of Teaching -
Marygrove College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Monmouth University
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