Sonia Wells
Pomona,NY
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in student development and academic success strategies, dedicated to enhancing student engagement through effective leadership and conflict resolution. Proven ability to foster positive academic behavior and create a safe, supportive environment that promotes student well-being and social growth. Committed to empowering students to reach their full potential by implementing innovative programs and initiatives tailored to their needs. Passionate about cultivating a culture of inclusivity and resilience within educational settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students/Teacher
Teachers College Community School
09.2021 - Current
- Teaching and working with various grades and ages of students from elementary to middle school. Impeccable and timely skills with record keeping and data entry (grades, notes, anecdotals, oasis system). Strong relationships with parents & students that is consistently maintained with a friendly rapport that continues to be built upon over the years. Continuously developing strong relationships with peers/staff by fostering gained shared knowledge, being a level of support with behavior management. Collaboratively working with various TCCS community school teams for the past 5 years to create and enforce school procedures (PBIS, ILT, LPP, Hiring team, MS team meetings, etc). Proven ability to respond and de-escalate daily incidents w/students. Ability to establish and implement PD’s for staff to share pertinent information. Held leadership roles as a Lead teacher for the prior school year and at yearly grade team meetings.
Teacher of 2nd - 6th Grade Teacher
Teachers College Community School
09.2015 - Current
- Develop and teach clear engaging lessons that apply rigorous amounts of the Common Core aligned curriculum. Provide individual or small group instruction for students who require additional academic support and differentiate small group instruction for students with special needs. Utilize formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery of standards. Built a warm and inclusive classroom environment, implementing the practices of a Responsive Classroom. Create and maintain strong relationships with students and families. In addition, actively participate in grade-level meetings, collaborative planning, and professional development. Participated in Grade Team meetings to gather information about student progress and assist in developing program recommendations. Accept ultimate responsibility for the academic progress of his or her students, and work to actively overcome challenges.
Education
Master of Science - Birth – 2nd
Mercy College
Bronx, NYMaster of Science - 1st – 6th
Mercy College
Bronx, NYBachelor of Arts - African American Studies
University of New York At Albany
Albany, NYSkills
- Dedicated, resourceful, and goal driven professional educator with a solid commitment to the social and academic growth and development of every student
- Superior interpersonal and communication skills to foster meaningful relationships with students, staff, and parents
- Aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning styles and abilities are addressed
- Constant parental communication about student engagement, development, crisis management and/or concerns
- Focused Academic intervention outreach when necessary after reviewing student assessments/data that was related to student's daily exhibited behavior
Timeline
Dean of Students/Teacher
Teachers College Community School
09.2021 - Current
Teacher of 2nd - 6th Grade Teacher
Teachers College Community School
09.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Birth – 2nd
Mercy College
Master of Science - 1st – 6th
Mercy College
Bachelor of Arts - African American Studies
University of New York At Albany
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