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Vanessa Flynn

12866, Saratoga Springs, NY,NY

Summary

Dynamic General Education Teacher with a proven track record at Saratoga Springs City School District, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Enhanced student engagement through innovative technology integration and differentiated instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment. Committed to effective parent-teacher communication, driving student success and motivation.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

General Education Teacher

Saratoga Springs City School District
03.2006 - Current
  • Facilitated differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs of 24-28 students.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards, in math, ELA, social studies and science.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback, to include correcting their errors in order to promote skill mastery.
  • Led initiatives to integrate technology into teaching strategies for improved learning outcomes.
  • Organized and participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
  • Advocated for student support services, ensuring access to necessary resources for all learners.
  • Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
  • Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.
  • Increased parent involvement in the educational process by maintaining open lines of communication and offering resources for home support.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, enabling students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated real-world examples, making content relatable to students' lives.

Air Force Personnel

United States Air Force
09.1994 - 01.1998
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Education

Master of Science - Education

SUNY At Albany
Albany, New York, NY
05-2009

Bachelor of Science - Education

St. Rose
Albany, NY
06-2005

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts

Adirondack Community College
Queensbury, NY
06-2003

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson planning
  • Oral communication
  • Student motivation
  • Mathematics instruction
  • Performance monitoring
  • Skills assessments
  • ELA instruction
  • One-on-one mentoring
  • Online instruction

Accomplishments

    In 2025, 100% of students scored proficient or higher on the NYS Math test.

    In 2025, 96% of students scored proficient or higher on the NYS ELA test.

Timeline

General Education Teacher

Saratoga Springs City School District
03.2006 - Current

Air Force Personnel

United States Air Force
09.1994 - 01.1998

Master of Science - Education

SUNY At Albany

Bachelor of Science - Education

St. Rose

Associate of Science - Liberal Arts

Adirondack Community College

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