Sherry Rozell
Purling,NY
Summary
Passionate elementary school teacher with background in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in developing innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students feel valued and motivated. Strong ability to connect with students, fostering a positive and dynamic learning atmosphere. Committed to making significant contributions to overall student growth and academic success through compassionate teaching and effective communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Charlotte Valley Central School
Davenport, NY
08.2021 - Current
- Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Integrated technology into daily lesson planning to support 21st century skills development.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques including cooperative learning groups and flexible grouping arrangements.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
- Arranged field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
Teachers Aide
Windham Ashland Jewett Central School
Windham, NY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
Long Term Substitute for Aide
Windham Ashland Central School
Windham, NY
11.2018 - 06.2019
- I worked in an all-day preschool program, helping the head teacher with 16 preschoolers.
- Helped assist students in the motor lab.
- Assisted in small group activities
Substitute Teacher
Coxsackie Athens Central School District
Coxsackie, New York , NY
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Substitute Teacher
Gilboa Central School District
Gilboa, NY
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Substitute Teacher
Windham Ashland Jewett Central School
Windham, NY
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
Teaching Assistant/Substitute Teacher
Cairo Elementary Universal Pre-k
Cairo, NY
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
Licensed Daycare Provider
Sherry's Daycare-Self Employed
Purling , NY
02.1998 - 08.2015
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and develop social skills.
- Supervised and monitored children's play activities.
- Prepared meals and snacks for the children according to dietary guidelines.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum plans that promote language, motor, cognitive, and social development of the children.
- Ensured compliance with state licensing standards for daycare centers.
- Helped facilitate positive interactions between siblings or other groups of children in the center.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education Childhood 1-6
State University of New Paltz
New Paltz, NY08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Childhood Education
State University of New Paltz
New Paltz, NY12-2017
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood And Childhood Education
Columbia-Greene Community College
Hudson, NY08-2009
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Lesson planning
- Behavioral intervention
- Technology integration
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (B-2)-Initial Certification- Issued on 08/29/2024
- Childhood Education (1-6)- Initial Certification- issued on 12/022021
- Professional Certification- in progress- will finish by 08/ 2025
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Charlotte Valley Central School
08.2021 - Current
Teachers Aide
Windham Ashland Jewett Central School
09.2019 - 03.2020
Long Term Substitute for Aide
Windham Ashland Central School
11.2018 - 06.2019
Substitute Teacher
Coxsackie Athens Central School District
09.2018 - 10.2018
Substitute Teacher
Gilboa Central School District
09.2018 - 10.2018
Substitute Teacher
Windham Ashland Jewett Central School
09.2016 - 10.2018
Teaching Assistant/Substitute Teacher
Cairo Elementary Universal Pre-k
09.2015 - 06.2016
Licensed Daycare Provider
Sherry's Daycare-Self Employed
02.1998 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Special Education Childhood 1-6
State University of New Paltz
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Childhood Education
State University of New Paltz
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood And Childhood Education
Columbia-Greene Community College
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