Sophia Jonisz
Wallkill,NY
Summary
Dedicated and respected Gifted and Talented Teacher with passion for guiding students in development of individual strengths. Successfully empowers students to transform potential into performance through commitment, respect and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gifted & Talented Teacher
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
Newburgh, NY
08.2019 - Current
- Develop and differentiate curriculum to meet the needs of gifted students
- Establish and manage community partnerships with Storm King Art Center and Land to Learn
- Implement classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment
- Provide support for students with 504 plans and manage IEPs
- Collaborate with parents, colleagues, and administration for student success
- Analyze iReady data to inform instruction and student grouping
- Utilize ARC & IRLA resources, Heggerty Phonics resources
- Serve on the school leadership team and contribute to the school comprehensive education plan
- Oversee the admissions process for the Unlimited Horizons program.
Classroom Teacher
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
Newburgh, NY
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Taught 1st grade (2017-2018) and 2nd grade (2018-2019)
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, administration, and community members
- Participated in CSE Meetings and RTI
- Maintained classroom management and a positive culture
- Developed and differentiated lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
Reading Specialist Leave Replacement
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
Newburgh, NY
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Administered Teacher’s College assessments for students in grades 3-5
- Coached the Spelling Team and coordinated artist visits
- Collaborated with teachers and maintained positive relationships with students
- Wrote progress reports on RTIm Direct.
Substitute Teacher
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
02.2017 - 04.2017
- Worked in various grades and settings, including ICT classrooms and self-contained classes
- Developed behavior intervention plans and integrated technology in lessons.
Child Care Director
Pattycake Playhouse Castle Point Early Childhood Learning Center
Castle Point, NY
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Oversaw daily operations and coordinated events and activities
- Developed and managed curriculum and staff
- Provided training and support to staff.
Pre-K Plus Head Teacher
PattyCake Playhouse
Newburgh, NY
07.2014 - 03.2016
- Facilitated parent involvement and created community events
- Coordinated services for students needing additional support
- Maintained behavior logs and communicated daily with parents using Brightwheel.
Education
Advanced Certificate in Gifted Education -
Mount Saint Mary College
08.2020
Master’s Degree in Literacy Education (B-6) -
State University of New York at New Paltz
08.2016
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education/Special Education - American Studies
The College of Saint Rose
05.2014
Skills
- Project-based learning
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Social-emotional learning
- Enrichment Activities
- Collaborative learning
- Inquiry-Based Teaching
- Instructional technology
- Data-driven decision-making
- Student Engagement
- Parent Communication
Certification
- New York State Professional Certification in Childhood Education 1-6
- New York State Professional Certification in Early Childhood Education B-2
- New York State Professional Extension in Gifted Education
Related Experience
Literacy Tutor, SUNY New Paltz Literacy Tutoring, Newburgh Armory & New Paltz Literacy Center, Assessed literacy skills and planned instructional activities for remediation., Created reading portfolios and case studies for each student.
Volunteer Experience
- NECSD Report Card Committee
- Cooperating Teacher for Student Teachers
- Social Emotional Learning Team - Yale RULER Program Trained (2017 - Present)
- Capital District Association for the Education of Young Children (CDAEYC) - Vice President (2012-2013), Secretary (2013-2014)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Gifted & Talented Teacher
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
08.2019 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
09.2017 - 06.2019
Reading Specialist Leave Replacement
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
04.2017 - 06.2017
Substitute Teacher
Newburgh Enlarged City School District
02.2017 - 04.2017
Child Care Director
Pattycake Playhouse Castle Point Early Childhood Learning Center
03.2016 - 09.2016
Pre-K Plus Head Teacher
PattyCake Playhouse
07.2014 - 03.2016
Advanced Certificate in Gifted Education -
Mount Saint Mary College
Master’s Degree in Literacy Education (B-6) -
State University of New York at New Paltz
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education/Special Education - American Studies
The College of Saint Rose
- New York State Professional Certification in Childhood Education 1-6
- New York State Professional Certification in Early Childhood Education B-2
- New York State Professional Extension in Gifted Education
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