Sherri Costango
Severn,MD
Summary
A National Board Certified teacher, dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant Teacher's Aide
Primrose Private School
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily care routines, ensuring timely feedings, diaper changes, and naps for each infant.
- Collaborated with parents to share updates on their child''s progress and address any concerns or questions.
- Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and playtime.
- Actively participated in team-building exercises with fellow staff members aimed at fostering a collaborative working environment.
Private Academic Tutor
Indpendent
06.2020 - Current
- Provided academic support and assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Montgomery County Public School Teacher
Burtonsville Elementary School
07.2008 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to suit individual needs.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open communication and conducting regular progress meetings.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and improve teaching skills consistently.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Organized field trips and extracurricular activities that provided real-world context for classroom lessons, enhancing students'' understanding of course material.
- Developed strong relationships with students'' families, working together to support academic success and address any concerns or challenges as they arise.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through effective classroom management, fostering respect, and encouraging collaboration among students.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community, providing guidance on curriculum development, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of the school culture by participating in faculty meetings, serving on committees, and sharing innovative ideas for enhancing the overall educational experience of students.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons that reinforced key concepts across multiple subjects.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- 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.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Montgomery County Public School- Summer Teacher
Burtonsville Elementary School
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Designed engaging lesson plans that incorporated diverse teaching strategies, catering to different learning styles in the classroom.
- Established high expectations for all students while maintaining an inclusive learning environment where everyone felt valued and supported.
- Organized extracurricular activities related to course content, providing additional opportunities for student growth and development.
- Utilized various assessment tools to monitor student progress regularly, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.
Education
M.D. - Elementary Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE01-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05-2005
Skills
- National Board Certified Teacher
Certification
National Board Certified Teacher
Timeline
Infant Teacher's Aide
Primrose Private School
06.2024 - Current
Montgomery County Public School- Summer Teacher
Burtonsville Elementary School
07.2021 - 08.2023
Private Academic Tutor
Indpendent
06.2020 - Current
Montgomery County Public School Teacher
Burtonsville Elementary School
07.2008 - Current
M.D. - Elementary Education
Wilmington University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hampton University
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