Pamela Abramson
New York,NY
Summary
Goal-driven, highly committed, twenty year veteran educator, equipped with solid background in K-8 education. Expertise in coaching and mentorship, curriculum development, and building systemic solutions as a partner with school leaders. Adept at overseeing and facilitating effective instructional programs. Known for strong organizational and presentation skills, fostering collaboration and positive working relationships, while functioning with a strong sense of purpose.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Consultant
Newark Public Schools Office Of Special Education
New York, NY
09.2020 - Current
- Provide coaching services and guidance for the Office of Special Education and special education teachers in literacy practices across content areas for students with learning disabilities.
Associate Director of Programs, Early Reading
Teaching Matters Inc.
New York, NY
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Designed and produced content aligned with the divisional theory of action
- Worked collaboratively with a team to design and disseminate content to coaches, teachers, and school leaders
- Managed the development of all workshops and communication materials for programs
- Worked effectively with and managed outside content consultants and writers as needed to conceptualize, create, revise, and produce content
Early Reading Matters Content Specialist
Teaching Matters Inc.
New York, NY
04.2015 - 08.2021
- Created content for the Early Reading Matters program including modules, professional work plans, coaching plans, workshops, unit plans and lessons
- Provided teachers with targeted support in effectively planning and executing the components of the reading block, frequently assessing students, and engaging in collaborative inquiry
- Mentored principals on using trackable "look-fors" to support their teachers in effective early reading instruction
Senior Educational Consultant
Teaching Matters Inc.
New York, NY
03.2010 - 04.2015
- Worked with administrators at over a dozen schools to raise the instructional standards throughout the school community
- Integrated technology into the curriculum
- Helped develop a coaching model for Teaching Matters and piloted it in schools
- Provided hands-on professional development
- Evaluated consultants' on-field performance and worked with Educational Director of company to improve efficacy
Consultant
RMC Research (Educational Consulting)
New York, NY
08.2008 - 03.2010
- Evaluated the instructional practices of tenured teachers who have received multiple unsatisfactory ratings
- Supported participant teachers with focused professional development to help them improve skills and competencies in their individual areas of need
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Bayard Taylor School, P.S. 158
New York, NY
09.2000 - 06.2007
- As grade leader, responsible for coordinating curriculum by third grade teaching in meeting state standards
- Mentored new teachers
- Led annual parent workshops including supporting students at home
- Led summer school teacher workshops
Education
Master of Arts - Education
New York University Steinhardt
New York, NY05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI05.1993
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Managing Teams
- Problem Solving
- Time and Task Management
- Strong Communication Skills
- Culturally Responsive Teaching and Professional Development
- Data Analysis
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Apps
Certification
Permanent New York State Certified and Licensed for Common Branch Subjects (Grades 1-6) and Early Childhood Classes (Grades Pre K-2) May 2000
Timeline
Associate Director of Programs, Early Reading
Teaching Matters Inc.
09.2021 - 06.2022
Educational Consultant
Newark Public Schools Office Of Special Education
09.2020 - Current
Early Reading Matters Content Specialist
Teaching Matters Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2021
Senior Educational Consultant
Teaching Matters Inc.
03.2010 - 04.2015
Consultant
RMC Research (Educational Consulting)
08.2008 - 03.2010
Second and Third Grade Teacher
Bayard Taylor School, P.S. 158
09.2000 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - Education
New York University Steinhardt
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Permanent New York State Certified and Licensed for Common Branch Subjects (Grades 1-6) and Early Childhood Classes (Grades Pre K-2) May 2000
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