Simona Bonica

• Developed student-centered lessons and activities to meet course objectives and academic standards, addressing diverse learning styles in both classroom and online settings.
• Cultivated an inclusive learning environment, enhancing critical thinking, promoting engagement, and improving writing skills.
• Enriched course content with current events and cultural perspectives, fostering lifelong learning and inclusivity.
• Integrated instructional technologies, including online forums, interactive assessments, and digital note-taking tools, for a modern and efficient learning experience.
• Offered personalized feedback and one-on-one guidance to students, fostering writing proficiency and confidence through tailored assistance.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.

• Taught American and AP English Literature to 11th and 12th graders with diverse needs, boosting ACT/SAT scores by a minimum of 3 points on ACT and 300 points on SAT.
• Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
• Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
• Built collaborative relationships with parents to support student learning.
• Worked with colleagues to customize curricula, focusing on standards, while supporting struggling students and created a student-driven environment to foster personal growth.

• Taught English grades 9-12, specializing in World, American, and British Literature, including Honors English I and II, using differentiated instruction.
• Instructed Advanced Writing, Poetry, and Speech, focusing on individual progress, organization, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
• Designed custom ACT study plans and achieved exceptional competition results.
• Taught grades 6-8, created personalized reading programs to boost comprehension and critical thinking, encouraged involvement and peer monitoring.
• Cultivated relationships with parents and peers, directly impacting student learning.

Oversaw content planning, editing, and revision.
Compiled and formatted media and resources for chapter topics.
Conducted research and prepared course materials for Equity Teaching Academy.
Led efforts for Equity Literary Project event planning and promotion.
Planned and facilitated collaborative team meetings.

• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.