Tanya Harris-Henry
Bronx,NY
Summary
Certified Early Childhood Teacher creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Grade ICT Teacher
East Harlem Scholars
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Kindergarten Teacher
East Harlem Scholars
02.2023 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
Student Teacher
P.S 340
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with classroom teachers to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
UPK Lead Teacher
St. Angela Merici School
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Ensured that a safe environment was provided for the children
UPK Lead Teacher
New Christian Church School
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, and collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
UPK Lead Teacher
St. Angela Merici School
09.2017 - 08.2021
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Dual Master’s Program in Early Childhood Special Education/Certification -
Herbert H. Lehman College/CUNY
Bronx, NY01.2023
B.A in Sociology with a concentration in Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education -
Herbert H. Lehman College/CUNY
Bronx, NY05.2015
A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education -
Hostos Community College/CUNY
Bronx, NY01.2013
Skills
- Lesson Planning/Classroom Management
- Staff Development/Teacher Training
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Proficiency
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Faculty Collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
Related Experience
- East Harlem Scholars, New York, NY, Kindergarten Teacher, 02/23, Present, Taught enthusiastically in a kindergarten ICT classroom., Implemented multiple curricula including Eureka, ELA and Fundations.
- P.S 340, Bronx, NY, Student Teacher, 09/22, 12/22, Taught enthusiastically in a 1st-grade ICT classroom., Implemented multiple curricula including mathematics, reading, writing and Fundations.
- St. Angela Merici School, Bronx, NY, Lead Teacher, 03/22, 09/22, Ensured that a safe environment was provided for the children., Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans based on pre-set Units.
- New Christian Church School, Bronx, NY, Lead Teacher, 01/22, 03/22, Planned/conducted age-appropriate activities tailored to children’s interests., Ensured the health and well-being of each child within the facility.
- St. Angela Merici School, Bronx, NY, Lead Teacher, 09/17, 08/21, Ensured the health and well-being of each child within the facility., Planned weekly lessons with other pre-k teachers
Certificates Training
- Mandated Reporter Training: Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment
- Dignity for All Students Act Training (DASA)
- Violence and Prevention Training
- Autism Training
References
Available upon request
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2), Initial Certificate
Timeline
1st Grade ICT Teacher
East Harlem Scholars
08.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
East Harlem Scholars
02.2023 - Current
Student Teacher
P.S 340
09.2022 - 12.2022
UPK Lead Teacher
St. Angela Merici School
03.2022 - 09.2022
UPK Lead Teacher
New Christian Church School
01.2022 - 03.2022
UPK Lead Teacher
St. Angela Merici School
09.2017 - 08.2021
Dual Master’s Program in Early Childhood Special Education/Certification -
Herbert H. Lehman College/CUNY
B.A in Sociology with a concentration in Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education -
Herbert H. Lehman College/CUNY
A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education -
Hostos Community College/CUNY
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2), Initial Certificate
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