MaryAnn Nicosia
Tuckerton,NJ
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong background in classroom management and mentoring new teachers. Proven ability to implement new learning systems and programs including the Read 180 program and STEAM programs and develop interdisciplinary curriculum units, enhancing student learning outcomes and fostering collaboration among faculty.
Expertise in differentiated instruction. Committed to fostering student engagement and success through innovative lesson planning and performance assessments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Retired Eagleswood Township Elementary School District
West Creek, NJ
10.1985 - 07.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary curriculum units.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized support for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management techniques and instructional methods.
- Organized extracurricular activities that fostered community engagement and student growth.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Evaluated educational programs, recommending enhancements based on feedback and performance data.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly, for my students and district, using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning and curriculum development.
- Held the additional positions of Test Coordinator, BSI Coordinator, ESL Coordinator, and Teacher in Charge.
- Took part in STEAM training and school-wide implementation of STEAM programs.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Georgian Court University
Lakewood05-1994
Master of Arts - Education
Georgian Court University
Lakewood05-1994
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Performance assessments
- Cooperative learning experience
- Assessment strategies
- Faculty collaboration and teacher training
- Program development
- Standardized testing and data assessment
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year is recognition of one teacher each year. Students, administrators, and fellow teachers nominate and vote for this award.
Timeline
Teacher
Retired Eagleswood Township Elementary School District
10.1985 - 07.2021
Master of Science - Education
Georgian Court University
Master of Arts - Education
Georgian Court University
District Teacher of the Year 1990, 2017
Teacher of the Year is recognition of one teacher each year. Students, administrators, and fellow teachers nominate and vote.