Milana Mendoza
Queens,New York
Summary
I am a versatile educator with a passion for curriculum development seeking to transition into the dynamic role of an Academic Designer. Leveraging my background in Literacy, I am eager to contribute my pedagogical experience, analytical skills, communication skills, and adaptability to the success of educational products.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
KINDERGARTEN/FIRST GRADE LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
09.2021 - Current
- Instructs all academic subject areas to students in an ICT class
- Creates developmentally appropriate phonics and math centers to meet the student's individual needs
- Leads Social-Emotional Learning centered morning meetings that focused on growing learners' self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, decision-making, and optimistic thinking
- Differentiates content, process, and product to meet students needs
- Incorporates innovative teaching methods, multimedia resources, and real-world examples to make lessons relevant and relatable.
- Grows professionally from collaborating with the grade team on matters regarding curriculum, best practices, assessments, and differentiation
- Has developed detailed individualized education plans and helps plan and coordinate annual review meetings and academic structures for students with specific learning needs.
LITERACY INTERVENTIONIST
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
12.2021 - Current
- Delivers literacy interventions to small groups of students using a combination of research-based strategies that target their literacy needs based on the science of reading.
- Witnessed an increase in reading fluency after instructing a literacy intervention small group using Heggerty, Sound Sensible, and phonemic awareness/phonics centers daily.
SUMMER RISING TEACHER (K + 1st + 2nd Grade)
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
07.2021 - Current
- Created inquiry-based opportunities in reading, writing, math, and science that kept students actively involved and motivated in the learning process.
- Adapted teaching strategies to address varying skill levels and learning styles
- Created a student-centered environment through daily Social Emotion Learning instruction, flexible seating, and the use of a soft chime
FIRST GRADE LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
11.2020 - 05.2021
STUDENT TEACHING INTERN
P.S. 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL
01.2020 - 06.2020
Education
MASTERS OF EDUCATION - LITERACY
American College of Education
01.2023
Some College (No Degree) - STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY04-2024
BACHELOR OF THE ARTS - CHILDHOOD EDUCATION & PSYCHOLOGY
Brooklyn College
01.2020
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Analytical
- Team Collaboration
- Engaging Presenter
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collecting Assessment Data
Certification
- Childhood Education Initial Certificate
- Students with Disabilities (Extension-In progress) Expected Spring 2024
Timeline
LITERACY INTERVENTIONIST
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
12.2021 - Current
KINDERGARTEN/FIRST GRADE LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
09.2021 - Current
SUMMER RISING TEACHER (K + 1st + 2nd Grade)
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
07.2021 - Current
FIRST GRADE LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE
P.S. 178 HOLLISWOOD
11.2020 - 05.2021
STUDENT TEACHING INTERN
P.S. 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL
01.2020 - 06.2020
MASTERS OF EDUCATION - LITERACY
American College of Education
Some College (No Degree) - STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
SUNY Empire State College
BACHELOR OF THE ARTS - CHILDHOOD EDUCATION & PSYCHOLOGY
Brooklyn College
- Childhood Education Initial Certificate
- Students with Disabilities (Extension-In progress) Expected Spring 2024
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