In the classroom
Mary Olive Gosselink
Franklin,MA
Summary
Experienced in curriculum planning and development, ensuring seamless alignment with educational standards. Implements effective teaching strategies that enhance student learning outcomes. Possesses a deep understanding of project management and team leadership within an educational setting. Combining expertise in curriculum design and instructional techniques, consistently delivers exceptional results in fostering student growth and success.
Overview
12
12
2
2
Certification
Work History
Elementary Curriculum Coordinator
Montessori Children's House
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed resources effectively by overseeing budgeting processes and allocating materials according to needs.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to teachers, nurturing their growth as professionals and contributing to a positive school culture.
- Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided for students with diverse learning needs.
- Improved learning outcomes by aligning curriculum with state and national standards.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess teaching effectiveness, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, including parents, community members, and external organizations to support student success.
- Spearheaded integration of STEM activities into curriculum, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Facilitated sharing of best practices among educators through regular team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of curriculum implementation by analyzing student performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
- Conducted regular assessments to identify gaps in curriculum, making data-informed adjustments.
Elementary Teacher and Coach
Montessori Childrens House
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Increased overall student achievement by utilizing differentiated instructional methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Supported special education inclusion efforts by adapting lessons and working closely with specialists to meet individual student needs.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through inquiry-based instruction methods that challenged them to analyze complex ideas.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Incorporated multicultural perspectives into lesson plans, promoting diversity awareness among students.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Urban Education Policy
Brown University
Providence, RI05-2023
Master of Education - Montessori Education
Loyola University of Maryland
Baltimore, MD08.2016
AMI Elementary Diploma Certificate - Montessori Teacher Education
Washington Montessori Institute
Baltimore, MD05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - East Asian Studies
Wittenberg University
Springfield, OH05.2009
Skills
- Elementary Education 1-6
- Standards alignment
- Student assessments
- Classroom management
- Student counseling
- Differentiated instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Restorative practices
- Curriculum mapping
- Special Education
- Learning objectives
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
Certification
- Montessori Elementary Certificate, 6-12
- CT Teacher License Unique Endorsement
Timeline
Elementary Curriculum Coordinator
Montessori Children's House
08.2023 - 06.2025
Elementary Teacher and Coach
Montessori Childrens House
11.2022 - 06.2025
AMI Elementary Diploma Certificate - Montessori Teacher Education
Washington Montessori Institute
Bachelor of Arts - East Asian Studies
Wittenberg University
Master of Arts - Urban Education Policy
Brown University
Master of Education - Montessori Education
Loyola University of Maryland
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