Tina Ligammare
Grand Island,NY
Summary
Dedicated educational leader with over 20 years of experience in diverse instructional roles. Proven ability to develop engaging lesson plans and implement effective assessment strategies, contributing to improved student outcomes and teacher performance through collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
LaSalle Prep/Niagara Falls City School District
Niagara Falls, New York
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Facilitated professional development workshops for educators to enhance instructional practices.
- Collaborated with teachers to design and implement effective lesson plans.
- Provided coaching and support for teachers in classroom management techniques.
- Developed resources and materials to assist in curriculum delivery and engagement.
- Observed classroom instruction to provide constructive feedback for improvement.
- Led discussions on best practices in education during team meetings and training sessions.
General Education Classroom Teacher
Niagara Falls City School District
Niagara Falls, New York
09.2001 - 09.2021
- Developed lesson plans aligned with state standards for diverse classrooms.
- Implemented assessments to gauge student understanding and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Managed classroom behavior through positive reinforcement and effective communication strategies.
- Provided individual support to students with special needs and learning challenges.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current in educational best practices.
Reading Specialist
Niagara Falls City School District
Niagara Falls, New York
09.1998 - 09.2001
- Developed personalized reading plans for diverse student needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate reading levels and progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate reading strategies in classrooms.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance reading comprehension skills.
- Provided professional development workshops on effective reading practices.
Teaching Assistant/Inclusion Program
Niagara Falls City School District
Niagara Falls, New York
09.1996 - 09.1998
- Assisted teachers in preparing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Supported student learning by providing individualized attention and guidance.
- Facilitated classroom activities to encourage student participation and engagement.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and needs.
Outreach Case Manager
Center for Young Partents NF City School District
Niagara Falls, New York
04.1994 - 04.1996
- Conducted case reviews and documented findings in compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources and support services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address student challenges.
- Provided crisis intervention support to students in need of immediate assistance.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education/Reading
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY09-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY College At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY12-1991
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Literacy strategies
- Student engagement
- Emotional intelligence
Certification
- 2/1/03 Permanent Certification - Reading Teacher
- 2/1/03 Permanent Certification - Nursery, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-6
Timeline
Instructional Coach
LaSalle Prep/Niagara Falls City School District
09.2021 - 06.2024
General Education Classroom Teacher
Niagara Falls City School District
09.2001 - 09.2021
Reading Specialist
Niagara Falls City School District
09.1998 - 09.2001
Teaching Assistant/Inclusion Program
Niagara Falls City School District
09.1996 - 09.1998
Outreach Case Manager
Center for Young Partents NF City School District
04.1994 - 04.1996
Master of Arts - Elementary Education/Reading
Canisius College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SUNY College At Buffalo
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