Vanessa Coleman
Wayne,NJ
Summary
Elementary School Teacher with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Devoted to promoting student learning by enhancing classroom environments and student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Experienced in developing lesson plans to meet district and state standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
John P. Holland Charter School
2020.08 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students' understanding of various subjects.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
Year-long Student Teaching, 3rd Grade
Middle Road Elementary
2019.09 - 2020.05
- Co-teaching with host teacher, created differentiated instruction for small groups of students during reading, writing, and math periods, implemented STEM activities, and assisted cooperating teacher with grading/feedback to students
- Taught all subjects, create and manage a positive classroom setting, created standard-based lesson plans, and collaborated with cooperating teacher, Special Education, and Basic Skills teachers; Assisted with Remote Learning, integration of grade-level curriculum with technology, such as google classroom, google hangout, Zoom, Flip Grid, and at home work/activities
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Hazlet Township Substitute
2018.09 - 2019.12
- Clinical Experience 2nd Grade: Led small groups with students during reading comprehension; taught mini-lessons incorporating group work, critical thinking skills, and literacy
Clinical Experience 2nd Grade
Swimming River Elementary
- Led small groups with students during reading comprehension; taught mini-lessons incorporating group work, critical thinking skills, and literacy
Education
AN.EDE.BA, BA Anthropology and Elementary Education -
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ05.2020
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Leadership Role as a Mentor Teacher
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Organizational Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools
- Proficient in Google Tools (Classroom, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Zoom
Activities
- Gate Guard at Wayne Town Pool, 2015-2020
- Member of the Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, Delta Omega Chapter, 2016-2020
- Community Service and Fundraising Coordinating Position, Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, 2017-2018
- Volunteer, NAPDS National Conference in Atlantic City, 2020
- Volunteer, Fundraising Event for Cystic Fibrosis 2018-2020, Meal at Noon 2018, The Big Event at Monmouth 2017-2018, National Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders DPHIE Event 2017
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
John P. Holland Charter School
2020.08 - Current
Year-long Student Teaching, 3rd Grade
Middle Road Elementary
2019.09 - 2020.05
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Hazlet Township Substitute
2018.09 - 2019.12
Clinical Experience 2nd Grade
Swimming River Elementary
AN.EDE.BA, BA Anthropology and Elementary Education -
Monmouth University
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