LISA BRANCH
Rosedale,NY
Summary
Organized and enthusiastic teaching professional focused on implementing instructional practices to improve student learning and academic performances
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Learn Lead Teacher
SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES
Brooklyn, NY
9 2016 - Current
- Develops weekly lesson plan and implements age appropriate curriculum to target all domains of children's development.
- Uses assessment and observation to develop plans addressing the needs of the individual child.
- Provides a developmentally appropriate classroom environment to promote children's learning and growth.
- Provides diverse, interactive learning experiences for all children.
- Establishes and maintains healthy relationships with families.
Early Learn Teacher Assistant
SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES
Brooklyn, NY
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Assisted in classroom activities such as read aloud and small group.
- Maintained the general on-going organization of the space.
- Such procedures included: setting up and tidying up after activity areas.
- Assisted the Head Teacher with classroom management, adherence to classroom schedule and developing curriculum plans based upon observations and assessments of each child in the classroom.
- Maintained a safe and healthy classroom and outdoor play environment according to Department of Health guidelines.
AmeriCorps Afterschool Group Leader
ONE WORLD EXPANDED EDUCATION
Brooklyn, NY
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Provided activities and materials that engaged and challenged students intellectually.
- Supervised students during homework, snack time and activities.
- Assisted students with their homework.
- Managed group behavior at all times through the use of positive behavior management techniques.
Temporary Teacher Assistant
AMY'S ACADEMY
Brooklyn, NY
12.2012 - 02.2013
- Assisted in classroom activities such as games, reading and class work.
- Maintained the general on-going organization of the space.
- Such procedures included: setting up and tidying up after activity areas.
- Supervise low organized games and outdoor free play of children ages 3 and 4.
- Maintained order and monitor activities to prevent accidents and to prevent injuries.
Education
B.A - Childhood/ Special Education
Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York
Brooklyn, NYCurrent
A.A - Teachers Education
Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York
Brooklyn, NYJanuary 2014
Skills
- Purposeful lesson planning
- Managing classroom for diverse populations
- Instructional best practices
- Expertise in Teaching Strategies GOLD
- Inquiry-based learning
- Kind and empathetic educator
- Computer proficient
- Positive reinforcement
- Verbal and writing communication
- Self-motivated
Certification
Mandated Reporter
School Violence Prevention and Intervention
Child Abuse Identification and Reporting
References
Furnished upon request
Timeline
Early Learn Teacher Assistant
SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES
09.2014 - 09.2016
Temporary Teacher Assistant
AMY'S ACADEMY
12.2012 - 02.2013
AmeriCorps Afterschool Group Leader
ONE WORLD EXPANDED EDUCATION
09.2012 - 06.2014
Early Learn Lead Teacher
SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES
9 2016 - Current
B.A - Childhood/ Special Education
Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York
A.A - Teachers Education
Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York
Mandated Reporter
School Violence Prevention and Intervention
Child Abuse Identification and Reporting
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