Michele Hennessy
Massapequa,NY
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in mentoring teachers, and integrating innovative technology to enhance student engagement. Experienced in developing tailored interventions that improve student outcomes and foster an inclusive learning environment. Proven ability to collaborate with educators and families to implement effective instructional strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Teacher
NYCPS: PS 239Q24
Ridgewood, US
2011.03 - Current
- Implemented culturally responsive education (CRSE) and effective multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS).
- Developed inclusive, data-driven classrooms utilizing DESSA, NYCESLAT, NWEA, I-Ready, ROAR, and Dibbles while leveraging students' assets.
- Collaborated with district leaders, colleagues, and families to enhance learning in all subject areas.
- Focused on equitable growth by providing tailored interventions such as Sound Sensible, SPIRE, Iready, and Edmentum for diverse learners.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, including PBIS, Bucket Filling, and ClassDojo, to foster a positive learning environment.
- Acted as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) to improve curriculum planning, assessment methods, and norming routines.
- Developed and hosted Title I funded clubs for ELLs, focused on language standards and development through game play.
- Developed and hosted an early riser test preparation club to support students getting ready for the NYSELA and NYSMath tests in grades 3-5.
- Scheduled 'Lunch and Learn' sessions to help students improve grades and gain a better grasp of course material.
- Developed and shared curriculum resources, such as interactive game rooms, Google Slideshows, pacing calendars, and data collection tools per subject area.
- Conducted regular assessments (Envisions, Amplify, Illustrative, HMH, Wonders, Teacher's College) to track student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Attended and turned-keyed District 24 math initiatives, such as low floor-high ceiling tasks, math discourse, and critical thinking skills.
- Organized professional development workshops around NYC SOLVES initiatives to enhance teaching strategies and share best practices associated with Illustrative Math and Amplify.
- Utilized technology and AI to enhance instructional delivery, engage students in learning, differentiate, and narrow the achievement gap.
- Mentored new and veteran teachers in classroom management, standards-based activity development, differentiation, WIN grouping, and lesson planning techniques.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Education
Professional Certificate Program - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
St. John's University
Jamaica, New York, NY07.2026
Professional Certificate Program - School Building Leadership
St. John's University
Jamaica, New York, NY01.2026
Master of Arts - Special Education
Touro College
New York (City), NY06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Queens College
Flushing, NY02.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Queens College
Flushing, NY02.2011
Skills
- Curriculum mapping, development, and pacing
- Relationship building with a focus on family involvement
- Instructional best practices aligned to MTSS
- ESL theory and practice
- Formative assessments and data analysis
- Behavior management, PBIS, intervention plans
- Instructional leadership, inquiry facilitation
- Extracurricular program design and proposal writing
Certification
Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), NYS Professional Certificate
Timeline
Teacher
NYCPS: PS 239Q24
2011.03 - Current
Professional Certificate Program - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
St. John's University
Professional Certificate Program - School Building Leadership
St. John's University
Master of Arts - Special Education
Touro College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Queens College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Queens College