Michael A. Gaffney
Social Studies Teacher
297 Concord Ave Lindenhurst,NY
Summary
Experienced Social Studies Teacher with experience educating students on global and American ideals and cultural heritage. Generates student awareness of rights, liberties and responsibilities as citizens. Explains concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics and current events. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades exercises and encourages student participation during classroom activities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Madonna Heights School
08.2022 - Current
- Teach Social Studies courses to students in Grades 7-12
- Use a variety of instructional strategies to provide equity and excellence to students of all ability levels
- President of school NYSUT branch
- Analyzed needs, interests, strengths, and weaknesses of over 20 students with I.E.P’s and developed lesson plans in accordance with these factors.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
ESL Teacher
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
12.2022 - Current
- Teach ESL 1-2
- Create lesson plans, including developing assignments, activities and projects, and scheduling special events
- Encourage students to use English in their daily lives to increase proficiency
- Work with students during the planning period to help them catch up or tackle topics they are struggling with.
Studies Student Teacher
Robert Finley Middle School
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Student taught 7th grade U.S History
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Participate in ongoing planning, development, and evaluation of curriculum
- Work cooperatively with co-teachers in developing and sharing curriculum strategies
- Planned and implemented integrated ELA and Social Studies lessons to meet the
Studies Student Teacher
Central Islip High School
Central Islip, New York
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Student taught 11th grade U.S History Regents Course
- Developed lesson plans in accordance with current NY state social studies framework
- Created a positive and a supportive learning environment in the classroom
- Determined interventions by monitoring continuous student progress.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Studies
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY 05.2017 - 05.2022
New York State Teaching Certification- Social Studies 7-12 -
Long Island University
High School Diploma - undefined
Lindenhurst Senior High School
09.1995 - 05.1999
Master of Science - Adolescent Social Studies
SUNY Brockport
Brockport, NY 06.2023 - Current
Skills
Training and Developmentundefined
Additional Information
- AWARDS , LIU Post Phi Delta Kappa Chapter 1524 Student Teacher of The Year Nominee Dean’s List Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal 3x United States Navy Good Conduct Medal 2x
Dean of Students
As the Dean of Students at the Madonna Heights School I assist the Principal in supervising and maintaining the daily operation of the school. I also serve as a member of a coordinated team comprised of agency administrators, guidance staff, health services personnel and the schools social-emotional staff. My role includes, but is not limited to acting as a liaison between home and school, developing a rapport with parents that will assist in solving student problems as well as assisting in implementation of procedures for maintaining building discipline and control.
Timeline
Master of Science - Adolescent Social Studies
SUNY Brockport
06.2023 - Current
ESL Teacher
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
12.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Madonna Heights School
08.2022 - Current
Studies Student Teacher
Robert Finley Middle School
03.2022 - 05.2022
Studies Student Teacher
Central Islip High School
01.2022 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Studies
Long Island University
05.2017 - 05.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Lindenhurst Senior High School
09.1995 - 05.1999
New York State Teaching Certification- Social Studies 7-12 -
Long Island University
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