Wayne Prygoda
Milford,CT
Summary
Highly motivated educator adept at maximizing students' academic potential using a combination of direct instruction and inquiry-based lessons.
"The purpose of teaching is not just to master factual material, but also to teach the student how to think...the ability to reason, to analyze logically, will survive long after the student's retention of memorized fact is lost." - Marva Collins
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
City Hill Middle School
Naugatuck, CT
08.2014 - Current
- Certified TEAM mentor and cooperating teacher who willingly and enthusiastically supports new and/or aspiring teachers
- Excellent communicator in the classroom in establishing clear expectations, directions, and guidelines to ensure student growth and a positive learning environment
- Active participant in ongoing dialogue with language arts and support staff on how to provide meaningful, differentiated literacy instruction for all learners
- Valuable role model who consistently displays a positive attitude and professional approach to teaching and learning
- Department leader for Gr.8 Social Studies
7th & 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
John Read Middle School
Redding, CT
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Actively participated in literacy-based PD sessions to review and build upon ways to effectively incorporate Common Core reading and writing standards into my instruction
- Collaborated with language arts and social studies colleagues on student centered projects including a research-based performance assessment
- Served on the school scheduling committee to help find creative solutions on how to best utilize our resources most efficiently
- Presented a professional development in-school session on how to easily find and use primary source documents relevant to the social studies curriculum in grades 5-8
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Cromwell Middle School
Cromwell, CT
08.2009 - 06.2013
- Revised 6th grade social studies curriculum to align with Connecticut Social Studies Standards
- Planned units and lessons to promote higher order thinking, cognitive development, and meaningful student discourse
- Collaborated with the language arts department to share best practices and develop lessons that supported standards of literacy
- Improved our school climate and discipline system through my role as the 6th grade representative on the PBIS team
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy
Hartford, CT
08.2002 - 06.2009
- Developed and revised the 6th grade social studies curriculum to reflect state and national standards
- Incorporated literacy strategies, technology, and differentiated instruction to promote student achievement
- Coordinated annual events designed to connect HMTCA students to Trinity College mentors
Education
6th Year Program (Currently Enrolled) - Technology Integration
Dominican University of California
San Rafael, CA06.2024
Master of Science - Physical Education
CCSU
2008
Secondary Ed: History & Social Studies -
CCSU
2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
CCSU
2002
Skills
- Devoted to establishing an organized, positive classroom environment
- Skilled in creating multiple opportunities for students to participate in critical reading, writing, and problem solving through the exploration of social studies
- Adept at getting my students to think critically and engage in respectful debates around historical events or relevant current events
- Experienced in the use of educational technology to enhance and support student learning
Affiliations
Connecticut Council for the Social Studies
Connecticut Education Association
National Education Association
Certification
State of Connecticut
Educator ID: 1692045054
Professional Educator
Certificate #: C122017000097
History & Social Studies, Grades 7 - 12
January 13, 2018 to January 12, 2023
(Renewable)
Timeline
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
City Hill Middle School
08.2014 - Current
7th & 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
John Read Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2014
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Cromwell Middle School
08.2009 - 06.2013
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy
08.2002 - 06.2009
6th Year Program (Currently Enrolled) - Technology Integration
Dominican University of California
Master of Science - Physical Education
CCSU
Secondary Ed: History & Social Studies -
CCSU
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
CCSU
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