McKenna Goldstein
Bedford,NY
Summary
Education professional prepared for impactful teaching roles. Facilitated student learning through innovative lesson plans and interactive activities. Focus on team collaboration and adaptability, delivering consistent and reliable support. Proficient in classroom management and student engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade Associate Teacher
Rippowam Cisqua School
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted with lesson plans and classroom management.
- Supervised classroom when head teacher was absent.
- Assisted with grading and classroom organization to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Led differentiated reading group focused on close reading, summarizing, annotating, and writing structured single-paragraph outlines to enhance reading comprehension and analysis skills.
- Taught hands on Writing Revolution lessons and Dimensions by Singapore Math lessons.
Student Teacher
Wawaloam Elementary School
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed lesson plans to meet educational objectives and manage student behavior in first grade classroom.
- Led whole group instruction using high quality curriculum materials.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Collaborated closely with cooperating teacher to deliver effective instruction and support student learning.
Classroom Assistant
Landmark Pre School
06.2022 - Current
- Supported classroom management by supervising and engaging with preschool-aged children.
- Successfully managed transitions between different activities, such as snack time, ensuring smooth and efficient routines.
- Actively observed and supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and facilitate positive social interactions.
Practicum Student
Greenwood Elementary School
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Implemented whole class and small group instruction in second-grade classroom while meeting curriculum objectives.
- Gained insights into effective classroom management, lesson planning, and instructional techniques by observing cooperating teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Relationship building
- Community involvement
Affiliations
- Rhode Island Mathematics Teachers Association
- Zeta Tau Alpha, Lambda Beta Chapter - Risk Reduction and Education Chair
Certification
Certification pending
CPR Certified
Timeline
Fourth Grade Associate Teacher
Rippowam Cisqua School
09.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Wawaloam Elementary School
10.2023 - 05.2024
Practicum Student
Greenwood Elementary School
10.2022 - 04.2023
Classroom Assistant
Landmark Pre School
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Rhode Island
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