MANOUCHEKA SMALL
Lebanon,PA
Summary
Urban Elementary school teacher with over 15 years of experience in voluntarily participating in organizing events, like educational trips and tours, etc. Possess the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment. Known for assisting with performing art school programs including K-6th grade. Multilingual in French, English and Haitian Creole. Incomparable capability of preparing daily lessons in accordance with the guidelines of the school's education system. Honest in student appraisal. Dynamically maintains healthy relationships with all teaching and non-teaching staff members. Devoted to inculcate model behavior and mannerisms in the students by self-example.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
York City School District
07.2022 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
Fourth grade teacher
Rochester City School District
09.2017 - Current
- Extra experience (s)
- Teach dance and cooking class for Enrichment
- Wrote Social Studies Curriculum for grade 2 (Cultural Responsive)
- Running HARAMBEE at School #22 for grades 3-6
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities
Teacher
Rochester City School District
01.2010 - 06.2021
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Teacher, School Reading Site Coordinator
Enrico Fermi School
01.2009 - 01.2010
- 17 site reading coordinator
- Worked as the coordinator
- Partnership with churches and reading agencies
Teacher, Sub
Rochester City School District, Rochester Franklin Global Media High School
01.2005 - 01.2009
Student Teacher
New York City School District
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Worked with students from grades 1st-8th School #16 and #34 2009
- Created daily lesson plans for students
- Organized field trips and participated in many students positive behavior celebrations
- Contacted parents on a daily basis
- Worked in a 12-1-1 2nd grade classroom
- Attended annual reviews for students with IEPs
- Attended many training classes.
Classroom Teacher
- Grades 3, 5 and 6
- Create lesson plans that align with current state and district standards
- Provide a variety of assessments and uses assessments for planning and instruction
- Use available technology/instructional media to enhance the students' learning experiences.
Education
Master of Science - Urban Leadership
Bank Street School of Education (Rochester City School Central Office)
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.2025
Master of Arts - Urban Leadership
New York School of Education
New York, NY05.2020
Master of Science - undefined
Nazareth College
2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Anthropology
College of Staten Island
2003
Skills
- Speaks three Languages (French, Haitian Creole) Knowledge of Curriculum and New York State, Engaging Personality and Teaching Style High Expectations
- Very Energetic Good Communication with Parents
- Clear Objectives for Lessons Knowledge of Subject Matter Team Player
- Practical Discipline Skills Teach Professional Development
- Excellent Classroom Management Skills School-Based Personnel
- Policy development and enforcement
- Group facilitation and presentations
- Academic administration
- Student and parent relations
- Common Core learning standards
- Student achievement
- Relationship building and networking
Certification
School Building Leader (February 2020)
New York State Teacher Certifications
Special Education
General Education
Restorative Practice for PIRI
Languages
Creole
French
Timeline
Assistant Principal
York City School District
07.2022 - Current
Fourth grade teacher
Rochester City School District
09.2017 - Current
Teacher
Rochester City School District
01.2010 - 06.2021
Teacher, School Reading Site Coordinator
Enrico Fermi School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Teacher, Sub
Rochester City School District, Rochester Franklin Global Media High School
01.2005 - 01.2009
Student Teacher
New York City School District
01.2003 - 01.2005
Classroom Teacher
Master of Science - Urban Leadership
Bank Street School of Education (Rochester City School Central Office)
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
Bowie State University
Master of Arts - Urban Leadership
New York School of Education
Master of Science - undefined
Nazareth College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Anthropology
College of Staten Island