Shruti Zamre

• Collaborated with classroom teachers to align instruction with curriculum standards, and integrate language objectives into core subjects.
• Collaborate with EL specialists to scaffold instructional materials for English learners, and discuss their individual needs and progress.
• Supported and welcomed new students in adapting to a new school and language by fostering rapport and building a trusted environment.
• Conducted pull-out and push-in services to support EL students in mainstream classrooms.
• Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to support language development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Created a culturally responsive environment that celebrated diversity, and encouraged student engagement.
• Implemented innovative teaching methods, such as visual aids, interactive activities, and technology, to engage students, making learning enjoyable and enhancing language acquisition.
• Differentiated and implemented customized lesson plans to support English language acquisition and academic success for students with varying proficiency levels.
• Conducted regular formative assessments to track student progress and adapt instructional strategies to meet individual needs.
• Facilitated interactive activities to improve students' communication skills and build confidence in using English.
• Review assignments with students to ensure understanding.
• Administered OELPS, OELPA, and other assessments under the guidance of an EL Specialist.
• Modify and scaffold instructional materials to address the needs of English learners.
• Fundations small group: Independently teaching a 4th-grade Fundations group of English learners, providing instruction tailored to their needs.
• I worked with the students in a small group setting, guiding them through lessons aligned with their linguistic proficiency levels.
• In many of the classrooms I support throughout the week, I pull small groups of English learners to a table within the classroom to provide instruction.
• I collaborated with a 4th-grade classroom teacher to plan and deliver phonics lessons to the entire class, incorporating scaffolds to support English learners. In many instances, I took over and taught the entire lesson independently.
• In the 23-24 school year, we had a 5th-grade newcomer who was performing at a 3rd-grade level in math. I provided individual instruction to this student during his math block, adjusting and differentiating the curriculum to align with his level and needs.
• Attending professional development meetings and in-service training to enhance instructional strategies.

• Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support, and developed strategies to improve assistance.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks, and support continuing education strategies.
• Assessed toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, and prepared regular progress reports for each child.
• Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 18 months to 5 years old.
• Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress, and recorded it in individual files.
• Used COR Advantage to document the behavioral, emotional, academic, and social growth of over 14 students.
• Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.

Kindergarten:

• Implemented lesson plans collaboratively.
• Helped students with English reading, writing, and group activities.
• Guided students with math learning and group activities.
• Focused on students who needed special attention and help.
• Helped the teacher in evaluating the student's performance.

Grade 2:

• Helped students with English reading and recognizing words.
• Provided inputs in finding students who required more help.
• Assisted the teacher in evaluating the student's progress.

• Creating lesson plans for class, and organizing learning material and resources.
• Creating tests, tracking students' progress, and providing feedback to parents.
• Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and coursework.
• Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
• Taught English, Math, and Science as a specific subject teacher.
• Invested time in teaching social and emotional skills, as well as academics, which aided in the creation of a positive learning environment.
• Collaborated with faculty to develop an after-school tutoring program for struggling students.