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Nancy Flynn

Greenlawn,NY

Summary

Professional educator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Valued for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Classroom teacher

John J. Daly Elementary School
09.2010 - Current
  • 4th grade (currently), 2nd grade, and 5th grade.
  • Grade level lead teacher.
  • Proficient at i-Ready Math, Envisions math, Math in Focus, NYS modules.
  • Using interactive discussions and hands-on approaches to meet the individual needs of the students.
  • Productively using reader’s and writer’s workshop with research-based curriculum.
  • Consistently using Fountas and Pinnell testing to keep track of student’s reading levels/growth.
  • Collecting and graphing data to drive instruction.
  • Effectively implementing a variety of technology programs such as IXL Math, Freckle, Iready, and RazKids.
  • Introducing and implementing use of Chromebooks and Google Apps.
  • Applying grade level reading program through a balanced literacy approach.
  • Implementing differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participating in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Building positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Offering after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students.
  • Implementing project-based learning strategies, encouraging teamwork and critical thinking skills among students.

6th grade English and social studies teacher

CARRIE PALMER WEBER MIDDLE SCHOOL
09.2008 - 06.2010
  • Inclusive classroom focused on differentiating instruction and grouping, while meeting individual needs.
  • Integrated research, reading, and writing into both English and social studies lessons while utilizing the “team-approach” with partner.
  • Integrated English and social studies unit (Ulysses and Ancient Greece) with dance interpretation though partnership with American Ballet Theatre.
  • Implemented “book clubs” in ELA.
  • Developed quarterly creative projects based on their independent reading books at home.
  • Introduced weekly reading journals helping to assess students reading and writing progress.
  • Worked daily with special education teacher as well as guidance counselor to provide best learning environment for all students.
  • Kept parents informed of student progress though weekly emails and phone calls.
  • Implemented and constructed a 6th grade social studies and English language arts curriculum.
  • Taught a diverse group of learners including gifted students, autistic students, and handicapped students.
  • Worked closely with guidance counselor, social worker, assistant principal, and speech therapist to create the best learning environment for each student.
  • Closely monitored progress of students and communicated their achievement with parents on a consistent basis.

6th grade language arts teacher

LLOYD HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
09.2005 - 06.2006
  • Created and implemented curriculum for 6th grade English language arts including reading, grammar, writing, and current events in a middle school team teaching setting.
  • Coordinated curriculum with other content area teachers to provide integrated instruction.
  • Active leader in the annual 6th grade trip to Frost Valley YMCA overnight camp.
  • Utilized a variety of age appropriate behavior modification programs.
  • Maintained ongoing discussions with parents through school email system and conferencing.
  • Initiated use of technology using classroom laptop computers and computer laboratory for various interdisciplinary projects (MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher, MS Word, and web-based research).

Education

Master of Science - Elementary and Middle School Education (English)

Bank Street College of Education
New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Management, minor English

University of Dayton
Dayton, OH

Skills

  • Effective classroom management
  • Mathematics teaching
  • Learning assistance expertise
  • Skilled in navigating online learning platforms
  • Research-based teaching practices
  • Instructional design
  • Strategic technology integration
  • Experience in differentiated instruction for gifted students
  • One-on-one tutoring
  • Skill enhancement

Certification

  • New York State Permanent Certification in Elementary Education, Pre-K-6.
  • New York State Permanent Middle School Certification in English 7-9.

Timeline

Classroom teacher

John J. Daly Elementary School
09.2010 - Current

6th grade English and social studies teacher

CARRIE PALMER WEBER MIDDLE SCHOOL
09.2008 - 06.2010

6th grade language arts teacher

LLOYD HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
09.2005 - 06.2006

Master of Science - Elementary and Middle School Education (English)

Bank Street College of Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Management, minor English

University of Dayton

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