Teresa Giusto
Va Beach,Virginia
Summary
Innovative Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 23 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Teacher Grades 6-8 and Algebra 1
Crossroads- Norfolk Public Schools
Va Beach, United States
08.2012 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers and administrators to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and colleagues to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies (PBIS).
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies and various engaging activities into the classroom which include hands on learning, project based learning, small group stations and instruction, as well as technology.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on classroom and district testing results.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Supported new teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students, 504 plans, IEP's, and BIPs as part of an integrated classroom.
- Attended IEP and 504 meetings, for students and families.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Maintained required SOL passing rate for years.
- Developed a fundraisers for middle to raise money for student activities.
Math Department Chair
Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk, VA
09.2000 - Current
- Worked with a collaborative team of adults dedicated to joint attainment of department goals.
- Planned and executed professional development sessions for department faculty and staff for my building as well as for the district.
- Created lessons, activities, and instructional plans for the district in accord with state standards.
- Created instructional technologies for both in-class and online instruction for the district.
- Observed, coached and mentored staff.
- Participated in various SOL committees that review test items and forms to ensure that they measure student knowledge accurately and fairly.
Math Teacher Grades 5-8 and Algebra 1
Ghent -Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk , VA
08.1999 - 06.2012
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required SOLs.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives, classroom rules, and procedures.
- Prepared weekly lesson plans for activities that would meant state objectives.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Cultivated relationships with teachers from other classes and schools for complete support and a network.
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and parent teacher conferences.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Middle Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.1997
Skills
- Strong curriculum understanding for grades 6-8 math and algebra
- Social behaviors and modification through PBIS
- Hybrid and virtual instruction experience
- Ability to provide group and individual Instruction
- Strong technology background
- Familiar with various learning modalities and alternate learning methods
- Able to create positive learning environments though motivation and encouragement
- Ability to use various instructional strategies to reach reluctant learners
- Classroom Management
Accomplishments
Teacher of the year 2008-2009 and 2013-14
Inspiration Award Winner 2007-2008
JILL Award in 2006-2007
Timeline
Math Teacher Grades 6-8 and Algebra 1
Crossroads- Norfolk Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
Math Department Chair
Norfolk Public Schools
09.2000 - Current
Math Teacher Grades 5-8 and Algebra 1
Ghent -Norfolk Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Education
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary/Middle Education
Old Dominion University
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