Mackenzie Ruppert

Data Driven Curriculum Development:Designing engaging unit and lesson plans that align with state standards and cater to diverse learning styles and abilities based on individualized student data.

• Proficiency in creating instructional materials that facilitate students' understanding and analysis of various literary genres, themes, and techniques.
• Experience in developing writing curricula that cover different forms of writing, including essays, narratives, poetry, and research papers.
• Knowledge of effective strategies and techniques to improve students' reading comprehension skills across different texts and genres.

Differentiated Instruction: Adapting teaching methods and materials to accommodate the individual needs and learning styles of students, including those with special needs and English language learners (ELLs).

• Co-teaching Integrated Co-teaching Inclusion Classes English Language Arts grades 7 and 8 as well as Writing Workshop grades 6, 7 and 8 featuring general, special and ELL learners.
• Modifying instructional methods, materials, and assessments to meet needs of diverse learners, including gifted students and those with learning disabilities.
• Creating culturally responsive classroom environment that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusivity, incorporating diverse texts and perspectives into curriculum.

Assessment and Evaluation: Developing and administering assessments to measure student progress and inform instruction, including formative and summative assessments.

• 76% Proficiency Rate on NYS ELA Exam (2021)
• 83% Proficiency Rate on NYS ELA Exam (2022)
• 88% Proficiency Rate on NYS ELA Exam (2023)

Professional Development: Actively engaging in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in ELA instruction, educational trends, and technology advancements.

• Tailored instruction based on data analysis, fostering student-centered learning environments, and executing individualized behavior modification strategies.
• Developed lesson plans aligned with Common Core Standards objectives and providing tutoring support for students with diverse learning needs.
• Collaborated on design of individualized educational plans for students with learning difficulties.
• Organized and coordinated student events such as Theater Productions, Talent Shows, and Spirit Week Events.
• Created specialized TACHS/SHSAT Test Prep and Summer Bridge Programs.
• Extensive experience in grading NYS ELA Common Core Standardized Tests for Grades 3-8 across multiple years.