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Tess McCormick

Tess McCormick

Wallkill,NY

Summary

Passionate Early Childhood Teacher for 5 years in both rural and urban settings. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Versatile student-oriented approach consistently supporting optimum performance and advancement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First Grade Classroom Teacher

Rondout Valley School District
09.2021 - Current
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all 21 students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided daily one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Continuously updated teaching methods through professional development opportunities and staying informed about current educational research and trends.
  • Assisted struggling students with targeted support, leading to improved academic performance and confidence in their abilities.

Assistant Teacher

Commack School District
07.2021 - 08.2021
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.

Interim Teacher

Commack School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Developed strong relationships with 94 students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other first grade teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.

Lead Teacher, Early Preschool

Tutor Time Child Care and Learning Center
05.2019 - 03.2020

Awarded star teacher in January and February 2020

  • 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, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.

Lead Teacher, Mixed Ages

Miss Lora's Tots
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.

Assistant Manager

J. Crew Factory
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Technology

Molloy College
Hempstead, NY
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Early And Primary Education

University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
05.2018

Skills

  • Orton Gillingham Literacy Approach
  • Heggerty Phonemic awareness
  • Handwriting Without Tears
  • Restorative Practices for SEL
  • Fastbridge Illuminate Benchmark Testing
  • Smart Suite/ Smart Board
  • Online learning platforms/tools
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Growth Mindset
  • Multisensory Teaching
  • Technology Integration

Certification

  • New York State Birth-6th Grade Teacher Certification
  • Pennsylvania State PreK-4th Grade Teacher Certification
  • First Aid and CPR

Hobbies

Gardening, Hiking, Crafting, Traveling

Timeline

First Grade Classroom Teacher

Rondout Valley School District
09.2021 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Commack School District
07.2021 - 08.2021

Interim Teacher

Commack School District
09.2020 - 06.2021

Lead Teacher, Early Preschool

Tutor Time Child Care and Learning Center
05.2019 - 03.2020

Lead Teacher, Mixed Ages

Miss Lora's Tots
01.2019 - 05.2019

Assistant Manager

J. Crew Factory
10.2018 - 04.2019

Master of Science - Educational Technology

Molloy College

Bachelor of Science - Early And Primary Education

University of Scranton
  • New York State Birth-6th Grade Teacher Certification
  • Pennsylvania State PreK-4th Grade Teacher Certification
  • First Aid and CPR
Tess McCormick