Tori A. Serio
Staten Island
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K/1 Bridge Self-Contained Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 84 The Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners
09.2024 - Current
- Planning, creating, and executing lessons weekly that support the overall development of children while differentiating instruction to support the needs of the students
- Collaborating with other grade staff members weekly in planning and enhancing curriculum and school objectives
- Writing IEPs and attending IEP meetings
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies that promote a safe and positive learning environment
Kindergarten NEST Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 682 The Academy of Talented Scholars
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Planning, creating, and executing lessons weekly that support the overall development of children while differentiating instruction and using NEST strategies to support the needs of the students
- Collaborating with other grade staff members weekly in planning and enhancing curriculum and school objectives
- Writing IEPs and attending IEP meetings
- Attending NEST PDs and NEST Meetings to implement NEST supports and strategies in my classroom
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies using NEST supports that promote a safe and positive learning environment
1st Grade NEST Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 682 The Academy of Talented Scholars
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Planning, creating, and executing lessons weekly that support the overall development of children while differentiating instruction and using NEST strategies to support the needs of the students
- Collaborating with other grade staff members weekly in planning and enhancing curriculum and school objectives
- Writing IEPs and attending IEP meetings
- Attending NEST PDs and NEST Meetings to implement NEST supports and strategies in my classroom
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies using NEST supports that promote a safe and positive learning environment
3rd Grade ICT Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 682 The Academy of Talented Scholars
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Planning, creating, and executing lessons weekly that support the overall development of children while differentiating instruction and using NEST strategies to support the needs of the students
- Collaborating with other grade staff members weekly in planning and enhancing curriculum and school objectives
- Writing IEPs and attending IEP meetings
- Attending NEST PDs and NEST Meetings to implement NEST supports and strategies in my classroom
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies using NEST supports that promote a safe and positive learning environment
S.P.I.R.E After School Program – S.P.I.R.E Instructor
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Implementing an Orton Gillingham based Phonemic Awareness program with two small groups of 2nd grade students with areas of weakness with decoding, reading accuracy, fluency, and comprehension
Kindergarten ICT Teacher – Full Time Substitute Teacher
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Creating and executing lessons weekly that support the overall development of children while differentiating instruction to support the needs of the students
- Working with other Kindergarten staff members weekly in planning and enhancing curriculum and school objectives
- Writing IEPs and attending IEP meetings
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies that promote a safe and positive learning environment
Substitute Teacher
New York City Department of Education
11.2017 - 06.2021
- Execute lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies that promote a safe and positive learning environment
SETSS ELA Provider 1st-5th Grade - F Status
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Creating and executing lessons weekly that support the overall development of children while differentiating instruction to support the needs of the students in ELA
- Working with other grade staff members in grades 1-5 weekly in planning and enhancing curriculum and school objectives in ELA
- Writing IEPs and attending IEP meetings
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies that promote a safe and positive learning environment
Saturday Academy – 5th Grade Instructor
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Provided extra support and test taking tips and strategies to 5th graders taking the NYS ELA and Math Exam
- Prepared lessons and reading passages for test prep sessions
- Maintaining effective classroom management strategies that promote a safe and positive learning environment
Education
Master of Science - Childhood Special Education (1-6)
College of Staten Island
01.2020
Bachelor of Art - Early Childhood Education (B-2)
College of Staten Island
05.2017
General Education Degree - Advanced Regents Diploma
Susan E. Wagner High School
06.2012
Skills
- Clear public speaking skills
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptable
- Efficient multitasking
- Relationship building and management
- Growth mindset
- Continuous professional development
- Collaborative team player
- Engaging presentation style
- Adaptable mindset
Certification
- New York Professional Certification in Students with Disabilities (Grades 1 - 6)
- New York Initial Certification in Students with Disabilities All Grades
- New York Initial Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth - 2nd grade)
- S.P.I.R.E (Specialized Program Individualizing Reading Excellence) Certification
- ASD NEST Certification
Timeline
K/1 Bridge Self-Contained Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 84 The Waverly Academy of Empowered Learners
09.2024 - Current
Kindergarten NEST Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 682 The Academy of Talented Scholars
09.2023 - 06.2024
1st Grade NEST Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 682 The Academy of Talented Scholars
09.2022 - 06.2023
3rd Grade ICT Teacher – Special Education
P.S. 682 The Academy of Talented Scholars
09.2021 - 06.2022
S.P.I.R.E After School Program – S.P.I.R.E Instructor
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
01.2021 - 06.2021
Kindergarten ICT Teacher – Full Time Substitute Teacher
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Saturday Academy – 5th Grade Instructor
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
02.2020 - 03.2020
SETSS ELA Provider 1st-5th Grade - F Status
P.S. 247 The College Partnership Elementary School
10.2019 - 06.2020
Substitute Teacher
New York City Department of Education
11.2017 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Art - Early Childhood Education (B-2)
College of Staten Island
General Education Degree - Advanced Regents Diploma
Susan E. Wagner High School
- New York Initial Certification in Students with Disabilities (Grades 1 - 6)
- New York Initial Certification in Students with Disabilities All Grades
- New York Initial Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth - 2nd grade)
- S.P.I.R.E (Specialized Program Individualizing Reading Excellence) Certification
- ASD NEST Certification
Master of Science - Childhood Special Education (1-6)
College of Staten Island
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