Parrish Smith
White Plains,NY
Summary
Dedicated elementary school teacher specializing in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and student engagement. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment that supports student success and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
KIPP NYC
11.2021 - Current
- Deliver standards-aligned instruction in ELA and core subjects with a focus on student growth
- Analyze student data to create targeted small groups and intervention plans
- Increase student reading fluency and comprehension through structured literacy strategies
- Build and maintain a strong, positive classroom culture rooted in high expectations
- Collaborate with grade-level team to plan instruction and monitor student progress
- Communicate regularly with families to support student success
Teacher
Boys Prep Elementary School
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional best practices and classroom techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Head Teacher
Ossining Children's Center
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Implemented curriculum to support early childhood development
- Provided individualized support to meet diverse student needs
- Led classroom management and daily instruction
- Actively participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall quality of education provided by the institution.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by holding regular meetings, discussing student performance, concerns, and areas for improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2022
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA01-2020
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Technology integration
- Child development
- Elementary education
- Positive behavior techniques
- Student engagement
- Patience and persistence
Accomplishments
- Earned "Teacher of the Year" in 2024. @ Boys Prep Elementary
- Improved test scores by 13% by reworking approach @ Boys Prep Elementary on the ELA state test
- Commended for exceptional teaching and support to students.
Certification
- Certified NYS Teacher (Grade 1-6)
Timeline
Teacher
Boys Prep Elementary School
08.2023 - 07.2025
Elementary School Teacher
KIPP NYC
11.2021 - Current
Head Teacher
Ossining Children's Center
03.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College