Sarit Derey Tirosh
Hollis
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with a focus on relationship building and critical thinking. Committed to fostering positive role modelling and collaborative teaching environment to stimulate curiosity and growth mind set in students. Strong background in individualizing and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs, ensuring all students achieve their potential. My goal is to bring the flashlight and shine each and every student.
Overview
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12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher and Mentor for Sciences, Math and Hebrew
Fusion Academy-Brooklyn Campus
1 Jay Street Metrotech
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities that enhanced student participation and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated engaging classroom (one to one) activities that enhanced student participation and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support students' academic and social development.
- Developed individualized lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Individualized learning, social and emotional needs for middle and high school students.
- Mentored new teachers on curriculum delivery and classroom management techniques.
- Organized extracurricular programs that fostered student engagement and teamwork skills.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adapt teaching methodologies effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive a a more conducive learning environment.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Teacher and Mentor for Sciences, Math and Hebrew
Fusion Academy-Park Avenue Campus
New York, NY
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
- Spearheaded mentorship program for at-risk students, contributing to improved academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more a more a more inclusive classroom.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adapt teaching methodologies effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student has an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Ph.D. - Cellular And Molecular Biology
Hunter College
New York, NY06-2009
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Hunter College
New York, NYMaster of Arts - Molecular Biology Specialization in Biotechnology
Hunter College
New York, NY06-2003
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Student engagement
- Motivating students
- Collaborative learning
- Mentorship skills
- Instructional Delivery
- Critical thinking
- Learning strategies
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Growth mindset
- Fluent in Hebrew
- FLUENT IN Hebrew
Parent coaching and training
I attended the international school (ran by Yael Omer) and gained a certificate in parent coaching and training in order to strengthen my skills as a parent and educator.
Languages
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher and Mentor for Sciences, Math and Hebrew
Fusion Academy-Brooklyn Campus
06.2023 - Current
Teacher and Mentor for Sciences, Math and Hebrew
Fusion Academy-Park Avenue Campus
08.2014 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Hunter College
Ph.D. - Cellular And Molecular Biology
Hunter College
Master of Arts - Molecular Biology Specialization in Biotechnology
Hunter College