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Shayla Hooper

Jamaica

Summary

Accomplished educator with a proven multi-year track record of success, excelling in communication, planning, and problem-solving to deliver outstanding education while fostering supportive and well-structured learning environments. Experienced in diverse classroom settings, adept at addressing a wide range of learning needs. Expert in designing engaging, inclusive spaces that encourage student participation, and develop critical thinking skills. Recognized for utilizing creative teaching methods tailored to varied learning styles, promoting academic achievement, and nurturing a lifelong passion for learning. Demonstrated a significant positive impact on student outcomes through strategic lesson planning and effective use of innovative educational technology.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educator

Department Of Education
Jamaica
08.2018 - Current
  • Foster the academic and social development of students.
  • Guide and motivate students to meet classroom objectives.
  • Design and deliver lessons using Envisions Math, Passport to Social Studies, AMPLIFY Science, and HMH reading and writing curricula.
  • Plan engaging activities tailored to students' unique learning styles.
  • Align lessons with standards through formative assessments and differentiation.
  • Establish an inclusive learning environment, treating all students equitably.
  • Collaborate with grade-level teachers to plan instruction, and maintain a positive classroom.

Educator

A Child's Place Childcare Center
Queens
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Participated in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in early childhood education.
  • Maintained records of student attendance and performance according to school policies.
  • Encouraged collaboration among peers through cooperative learning activities.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order in the classroom.
  • Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to engage Pre-K students in learning.
  • Used ESI-R and Work Sampling for student assessments.
  • Planned lessons based on thematic units aligned to NYS Common Core.

Educator

Northside School Parsons
Queens
09.2015 - 08.2017
  • Managed a structured classroom of 18 students with an assistant.
  • Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
  • Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
  • Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
  • Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
  • Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Touro College
New York, NY
12-2017

Bachelor of Science - Education

The City College of New York
New York
08-2008

Skills

  • Curriculum design
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Inclusive education
  • Technology integration
  • Team collaboration
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • ESL instruction

Accomplishments

  • PETER F. VALLONE SCHOLARSHIP FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: AUGUST 2008
  • Awarded for academic success in college

Certification

Initial New York State Certification: January 2018

  • Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
  • Early Childhood, B-2

Professional New York State Certification: March 2023

  • Childhood Education, Grades 1-6

Completion of Collaborative Strategies for Effective Group Work: May 2025

Completion of Mandated Reporter: February 2025

Completion of DASA workshop: March 2017

School Violence Prevention Certification: May 2013

Curriculum Planning/ Whole Group Instruction Certification: October 2013

Timeline

Educator

Department Of Education
08.2018 - Current

Educator

A Child's Place Childcare Center
08.2017 - 08.2018

Educator

Northside School Parsons
09.2015 - 08.2017

Master of Science - Early Childhood Education

Touro College

Bachelor of Science - Education

The City College of New York

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