Tracy Roseboom
Staten Island
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and motivated Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, student-centered instruction, working in versatile education environments, and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment looking for a full-time position as a member of your school community.
Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise and devotion to meeting learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. Analytical problem-solver successful in calmly approaching classroom or student personal problems to devise appropriate interventions and resolve concerns.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Seton Foundation
Staten Island
04.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Joan Ann Kennedy Memorial Preschool
- Develop and Implement lessons based on individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs or learning disabilities, collaborating closely with support staff and parents/guardians
- Work one to one with students implementing ABA behavior management plans and assessments
- Collaborated with support staff (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists) to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided for students with disabilities
- Served as a resource for parents/guardians by providing guidance on educational resources, strategies, and interventions to support their child's learning at home
- Developed and maintained a well-organized inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration
- Create daily art activities providing opportunities for students to explore and develop skills based on IEP goals
- Monitored student progress and collect data based on formal and informal assessments
- Collaborated with parents to support student academic and social growth.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Lead Teacher
The Child Study Center of NY
Staten Island
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs or learning disabilities, collaborating closely with support staff and parents/guardians
- Differentiated instruction based on each student's unique abilities, interests, or learning styles
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) that addressed specific academic goals for each student with special needs
- Collaborated with support staff (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists) to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided for students with disabilities
- Served as a resource for parents/guardians by providing guidance on educational resources, strategies, and interventions to support their child's learning at home
- Developed and maintained a well-organized classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to the diverse learning needs of students
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and provided timely feedback to students and parents/guardians
- Implemented effective behavior management techniques to create a respectful and inclusive classroom culture
- Collaborated with parents to support student academic and social growth.
- Implemented assessment tools to gauge student progress
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
- Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development
Manager
Excel Class Academy
Queens
11.2006 - 03.2020
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured smooth functioning of educational programs.
- Developed training materials for staff to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.
- Coordinated schedules and resources for classes, workshops, and events at the academy.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum tailored to meet educational standards and enhance student learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents to address and resolve student-related concerns effectively.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Educated children aged 4 to 8, fostering early learning and development.
- Guided students in developing artistic skills and techniques, fostering creativity and self-expression.
- Supervised children during lunch and after-school hours, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
Substitute Teacher
NYCDOE/Schools
Staten Island
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Regular Substitute Teacher working daily for three years covering all elementary subject areas in grade K-5 for general and ICT classes
- Planned and supervised class projects, Project Based Learning, field trips, and guest speaker visits
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determining grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Prepared instruction materials including copying, construction of bulletin boards, grading work, and setting up work areas.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Large and small group instruction
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
- Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension
Substitute Teacher
NYCDOE
Brooklyn
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Elementary School Substitute Teacher
- Regular Substitute Teacher working daily for three years covering all elementary subject areas in grade K-5 for general and ICT classes
- Planned and supervised class projects, Project Based Learning, field trips, and guest speaker visits
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determining grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Prepared instruction materials including copying, construction of bulletin boards, grading work, and setting up work areas.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Large and small group instruction
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard and educational websites
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help ELLs, special needs students, students with differing ability levels, and varied learning modalities.
- Managed classroom environments to foster student engagement and learning.
- Provided individualized support to students during lessons and activities.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Led educational field trips, ensuring student engagement and safety.
- Designed assessments to measure student comprehension effectively.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
Education
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Concordia College
Bronxville, NY08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Cazenovia College
Cazenovia, NY05.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Photography
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY12.2000
Associate's degree - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY12.2000
Skills
- Focusing on the whole child
- Understanding
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Leadership
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Respect
- Managing large and small group instruction
- Creating an inclusive learning environment
- Critical thinking
- Tutoring
- Patience
- Collaborating with team members
- Creating insightful and fun lessons in all subjects
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
- Effective communication
- Feedback and evaluation
- Family engagement
- Project-based learning
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Seton Foundation
04.2025 - Current
Lead Teacher
The Child Study Center of NY
01.2024 - 02.2025
Substitute Teacher
NYCDOE/Schools
01.2020 - 02.2020
Substitute Teacher
NYCDOE
01.2017 - 01.2020
Manager
Excel Class Academy
11.2006 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Concordia College
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Cazenovia College
Associate of Applied Science - Photography
Mohawk Valley Community College
Associate's degree - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Mohawk Valley Community College