Simone Wilson
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic Lead Teacher brings 10 plus years of experience in early childhood education. Passionate about child development and learning. Friendly, outgoing and adaptable in approach. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills ranging ages between 3-5years old.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Staten Island Head Start A Division Of RUMC
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering a deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
Assistant Teacher
Staten Island Head Start A Division Of RUMC
08.2014 - 06.2022
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA08.1992
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Development
- Student Records Management
- Classroom Management
- Activity Planning
- Curricula Development
Affiliations
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc/ Delta Alpha Zeta Chapter
- UFT Staten Island Parent Leader 2017-Present
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Staten Island Head Start A Division Of RUMC
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Staten Island Head Start A Division Of RUMC
08.2014 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Norfolk State University
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