With a distinguished career at East Rockaway School District, I excelled in fostering inclusive classrooms and enhancing union relations. Leveraging skills in classroom management and relationship building, I successfully mentored educators and negotiated for fair member benefits, demonstrating a commitment to educational excellence and collaborative problem-solving.
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired-teacher
East Rockaway School District
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
Union Representative
East Rockaway School District
09.2014 - 06.2018
Strengthened relationships with employers by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering mutual respect.
Ensured compliance with labor laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements through regular audits and assessments of member organizations.
Served as mediator between management teams and employees during disputes to reach mutually beneficial resolutions while preserving positive working relationships.
Mentored new union representatives by sharing best practices, providing guidance, and offering feedback to help them excel in their roles.
Enhanced union members'' satisfaction by addressing their concerns and resolving grievances in a timely manner.
Educated union members on their rights, responsibilities, and benefits through informative workshops and training sessions.
Negotiated favorable contracts for union members by diligently researching industry standards and advocating for fair wages and benefits.
Mediated discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Education
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
Master Of Science - Education
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
Skills
Classroom management
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Lesson planning
Motivating students
Student engagement
Behavior management
Parent-teacher communication
Positive role model and mentor
Growth mindset
Differentiated instruction
Collaborative learning
Timeline
Union Representative
East Rockaway School District
09.2014 - 06.2018
Retired-teacher
East Rockaway School District
Bachelor Of Science - Education
Brooklyn College
Master Of Science - Education
Brooklyn College
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