Maria Pena
Portland,CT,
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented educator with experience at John Lyman School, Regional School District 13. Skilled in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and innovative lesson planning to enhance student engagement and performance. Dedicated to fostering inclusive learning environments that support academic growth and student success, while continually refining teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
John Lyman School, Regional School District 13
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Teaching Intern
Vance Elementary School
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted classroom teacher with grading projects, homework and assignments.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Teaching Intern
South Side School
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted classroom teacher with grading projects, homework and assignments.
- Served as mentor to students, answered questions, provided tutoring services and offered one-on-one lesson reviews.
- Designed lesson plans emphasizing cultural relevance within literary traditions.
Teaching Intern
Lincoln Elementary School
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Served as mentor to students, answered questions, provided tutoring services and offered one-on-one lesson reviews.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students, helping them achieve academic success.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT12-2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Activity preparation
- Differentiated instruction
- Test administration
- Lesson plan development
- Student performance evaluation
Proficiency Exams
Passed all required assessments for Elementary Education Certification:
- Foundations of Reading
- Elementary Education: Reading and Language Arts Praxis (5002)
- Elementary Education: Mathematics (5003)
- Elementary Education: Social Studies (5004)
- Elementary Education: Science Praxis (5005)
Timeline
Student Teacher
John Lyman School, Regional School District 13
08.2024 - 12.2024
Teaching Intern
Vance Elementary School
02.2024 - 05.2024
Teaching Intern
South Side School
10.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching Intern
Lincoln Elementary School
02.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Central Connecticut State University
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