Sharon Davila
Miami,FL
Summary
Currently working as an Adult Education Literacy teacher helping students prepare for the GED. Seven years of experience working in middle schools and high schools in the public school system in New York City. Excited to teach through the lens of equity and high standards for all students. Looking for a special education or adult education position.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Education Literacy Teacher
Adult School #4
07.2022 - Current
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Instructed students on core subjects of reading and writing, science, social studies, and math.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
7th and 8th Grade Humanities ICT Teacher
Academy Of Arts And Letters
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Collaborated in designing accessible and rigorous curricula following Universal Design of Learning (UDL) principles
- Ensured all students were held to high standards while providing individualized support as needed
- Designed engaging and student-centered curricula that align with social justice values
- Used school-wide assessment data to inform whole-class instructional decisions as well as small group interventions
- 72% of students taught scored 3 or 4 on the 2018 7th grade ELA state exam
- 85% of students taught scored 3 or 4 on the 2019 7th grade ELA state exam
- Aligned curricular goals to individual student needs and goals
ELA and Social Studies - ICT Teacher
I.S. 204 Oliver W Holmes Middle School
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with English Language Arts and Social Studies teachers to ensure all students had access to the curriculum
- Developed student-centered and rigorous curricula that focused equally on high standards and responsive classroom practices
- Designed innovative Native Language Arts curriculum for the school's Dual Language program
- 90% of 6th grade students taught showed improvement on the 2017 ELA state exam
- Implemented restorative justice practices, providing students with both accountability and socio-emotional support
- Aligned curricular goals to individual student needs and goals
World and US History Teacher - Special Education
Performing Arts and Technology High School
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Taught Global and US History in integrated co-teaching and self-contained classrooms
- Designed rigorous and engaging History lessons while aligning to students' interests and needs
- Increased overall student engagement and excitement about Global History
- Supported students in reaching individual goals designed to prepare them for college
- Acquired expertise in designing student-centered, project-based assessments that focused on social justice issues
Private English Language Tutor
Individual Family
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Worked with students in-person to help them with their homework as well as to practice their conversational English skills.
- Built opportunities for real-world language use and learning outside classroom or formal learning environment.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Developed student-specific tutoring plans in concert with teachers, parents, and administrators.
English Teacher's Assistant
Elementary Public School
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Provided instruction and support under supervision of teacher.
- Assisted in preparation of classroom and instruction materials.
- Promoted positive and safe environment for student learning.
- Led lessons designed to support students in mastering their conversational English speaking skills.
Tutor
VIP Care
09.2011 - 06.2013
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Education
Master of Arts - Adolescent Special Education (grades 7-12)
Long Island University
Brooklyn Campus05.2019
Master of Arts - Master's Degree in Women's and Gender Studies (4.0 GPA)
Central European University
Budapest, Hungary2015
Bachelor of Arts - European History and Women's and Gender Studies (3.65 GPA)
University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus
San Juan, PR2013
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Individualized learning
- Text analysis
- Writing instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Special education
- Classroom management
- Instructional planning
- Literacy program development
- Differentiated instruction
- Online teaching
- Data-driven instruction
- Study skills development
- Individualized instruction
Skills
- Fully bilingual (Native English and Spanish speaker)
- Eager to receive coaching and implement feedback on a regular basis
- Experience in curriculum design for the inclusive classroom using an inquiry-based approach
- Strong advocate for special needs and language minority students
- Committed to teaching in a feminist, anti-racist, anti-homophobic setting that embraces all identities and backgrounds
- Experience with restorative justice practices that provide accountability as well as socio-emotional support
Timeline
Adult Education Literacy Teacher
Adult School #4
07.2022 - Current
7th and 8th Grade Humanities ICT Teacher
Academy Of Arts And Letters
09.2017 - 06.2022
ELA and Social Studies - ICT Teacher
I.S. 204 Oliver W Holmes Middle School
09.2016 - 06.2017
World and US History Teacher - Special Education
Performing Arts and Technology High School
09.2015 - 06.2016
Private English Language Tutor
Individual Family
09.2014 - 05.2015
English Teacher's Assistant
Elementary Public School
09.2014 - 05.2015
Tutor
VIP Care
09.2011 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Adolescent Special Education (grades 7-12)
Long Island University
Master of Arts - Master's Degree in Women's and Gender Studies (4.0 GPA)
Central European University
Bachelor of Arts - European History and Women's and Gender Studies (3.65 GPA)
University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus
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