Sheila Viger
Rye
Summary
Dedicated educator with a track record of fostering academic and social-emotional growth at Rye Country Day School. Expert in Singapore Math and Responsive Classroom techniques, adept at creating inclusive environments and leveraging technology like Google Classroom for enhanced learning. Proven success in elevating student achievements through innovative instructional strategies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate 1st Grade Teacher
Rye Country Day School
09.2024 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Shared math instruction using Singapore Math; shared word study instruction using Fundations.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Co-wrote student progress reports, participated in parent-teacher conferences as well as individual student check-ins throughout the school year.
- Implemented Responsive Classroom training using a combination of classroom and schoolwide practices to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Associate Pre-K Teacher
Rye Country Day School
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Assumed responsibility for daily instructional planning, implementation, and assessment under the direction of lead teacher; assist lead teacher with planning daily class activities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Plan and conduct class meetings under the direction of lead teacher.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Teaching Assistant
ECC Community Synagogue of Rye
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered teaching activities to individual students and small group instruction.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Planned and implemented educational and imaginative after school activities.
- Lead play based lessons and skill building projects.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and story telling.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saint Michael's College
Colchester, VT05-1986
Skills
- Responsive Classroom Training, July 2022
- Fundations Curriculum
- Singapore Math
- Proficient with Zoom, Google Classroom, Veracross, and SMARTBoard
Timeline
Associate 1st Grade Teacher
Rye Country Day School
09.2024 - Current
Associate Pre-K Teacher
Rye Country Day School
09.2022 - 06.2024
Teaching Assistant
ECC Community Synagogue of Rye
09.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mercy University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Saint Michael's College
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