Peggy Gaffney
Hanahan,LA
Summary
DIBELS and DIVELS Next, Project Read, Frameworks, Intech I, Junior Great Books, We the People, Schlechty, Working on the Work, Renzulli, and Reis Schoolwide Enrichment Model, Attended Confratute, the Renzulli Gifted conference and Louisiana Langniappe Conference for Gifted Education, Teacher Leader Fellow for Science, CLF for Science
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher Grades 1-8
Jefferson Parish Public School System
Harvey, LA
09.1995 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to cater to diverse learning needs in the classroom.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to promote student engagement and collaboration.
- Created and utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
- Participated as a CLF (Content Leader for Science in the district)
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on curriculum development and classroom management techniques.
Education
No Degree - Teaching Certificate
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05-1998
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05-1996
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Earned Teacher of the Year" in 2019
- Teacher feature Ecognition from T.R.E.E.
- Coach of the Year for Youth Run NOLA 2025.
- Team of the Year Youth Run NOLA 2024.
Timeline
Elementary Teacher Grades 1-8
Jefferson Parish Public School System
09.1995 - Current
No Degree - Teaching Certificate
Tulane University
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of New Orleans