Marie Chir
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
High-energy, motivated, and enthusiastic educator Contribute to successful and well-rounded development of students Keep environment organized and efficient at all times Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
Pittsburgh
04.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Student Teacher
Plum School District
Plum, PA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Comprehensive lesson planning
- Manage a classroom that allows students to feel safe and comfortable asking questions and participating
- Copy and organize supplies for lessons
- Grade and document grades in software
- Use the following softwares: Sapphire, Epic, SuccessMaker, Google Classroom, Savvas
- Complete slides for google classroom
- Follow all required state standards when teaching
- Utilize multiple resources throughout the school to benefit classroom students
- Build positive relationships with teachers, administrators, and support staff
- Complete cafeteria and recess duty and assist with dismissal
- Clean classroom.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Nanny
Hoff Family
01.2014 - 12.2023
- Minimized spread of germs and contaminants with regular schedule of toy cleaning and surface sanitation
- Balanced children's schedules with regular rest, play, and academic hours
- Encouraged children to be independent, self-motivated, and determined by demonstrating positive behaviors
- Managed children's clothing, including handwashing special items and removing stains
- Transported children to play dates, activities, and special outings with utmost safety
- Helped children develop positive social abilities and life-long learning skills
- Kept home environment neat, clean and optimal for children's development
- Improved behavior with modeling and positive reinforcement techniques
- Boosted academic success, helping with homework, projects and test preparation
- Protected children by monitoring behaviors and maintaining safety at all times
- Instructed and assisted children in development of health and personal habits such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior
- Taught children proper etiquette and manners in different social situations
- Kept clothing organized and neat, rotating out seasonal wardrobes
- Overnight and extended stays (when needed)
- Created a summer camp curriculum which I have adapted over the past 6 years.
Pre-K Instructor
Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church Preschool
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Creating a diverse curriculum for weekly lessons and monthly themes
- Communicating with parents on a daily basis
- Conducting student evaluations
- Adapting lessons to make the material more accessible
- Monitoring behavior and safety for 18 students
- Training in CPR/First Aid
- Attending seminars on DART programs and other educator programs
- Maintaining a clean environment during a pandemic.
Co-creator, Executive Producer, Writer, Host
SheNANNYgans Podcast
09.2019 - 01.2023
- Creating content for the podcast and recruiting guests for new episodes
- Creating relationships with our listeners on our social media channels
- Pre-production sound and technology checks with our guests
- Assisting with post-production editing
- Instagram online marketing using Canvas
- Creating an Instagram online community for our listeners
- Establishing an online shop for our merchandise on RedBubble
- Reaching over 40 countries and over 9,000 downloads
- Cultivating relationships with advertisers.
Online Educator
Outschool
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Creating my own classes and curriculum for my students
- Promoting my classes on social media
- Engaging with my students and create an interactive experience
- Creating content for students ages 3-12
- Adapting my teachings for every class so every child can participate and thrive
- Adapting teachings based on parent suggestions and concerns
- Answering messages in a timely manner
- Teaching international students.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education PK-4
Drexel University
04.2024
BA - Writing
University of Pittsburgh
12.2007
AS - Liberal Arts
Community College of Allegheny County
12.2005
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
Certification
- Elementary Education PA Certification: Pre-K-4 (2024)
Publications
- Nanny Magazine
- Pittsburgh Mom Collective
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
04.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Plum School District
01.2024 - 04.2024
Pre-K Instructor
Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church Preschool
06.2021 - 12.2023
Online Educator
Outschool
06.2021 - 02.2022
Co-creator, Executive Producer, Writer, Host
SheNANNYgans Podcast
09.2019 - 01.2023
Nanny
Hoff Family
01.2014 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Elementary Education PK-4
Drexel University
BA - Writing
University of Pittsburgh
AS - Liberal Arts
Community College of Allegheny County