Rita Capaldi
Springfield,PA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at William Penn School District, excelling in differentiated instruction and fostering strong parent-teacher communication. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and a focus on early childhood development, ensuring all students progressed towards their academic goals in a supportive learning environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
William Penn School District
08.1997 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Rising First Grade Teacher Camp Rock
William Penn School District/ Camp Rock
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Widener University
Chester, PA05-2002
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
Timeline
Rising First Grade Teacher Camp Rock
William Penn School District/ Camp Rock
06.2023 - 08.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
William Penn School District
08.1997 - Current
Master of Arts - Reading
Widener University
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