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Wendy Rice

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dynamic educator with over 25 years of experience at the NYC Department of Education P. S. 161, specializing in classroom management and lesson planning. Excelled in enhancing student engagement and performance through innovative teaching methods and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in motivating students and fostering critical thinking.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-K Teacher

NYC Department of Education P. S. 161
09.2016 - 06.2022
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Elementary Science Teacher

New York City Department of Education PS161K
09.1997 - 06.2016
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Taught multiple grade levels over the course of 25 years as a classroom teacher.
  • Taught Grades Pre-K-6.

Fourth Grade Teacher

PS289K
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on trends in education and bringing innovative ideas back to the classroom.
  • Improved students'' reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and literacy centers.

Paraprofessional for Chapter One /Title One Reading Program

MS61K
01.1992 - 01.1996
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.

Education

Advanced Certificate - Administration and Supervision

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
01.2005

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
05-2002

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
05-1996

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Child development knowledge

Certification

  • New York City Department of Education License: Common Branch Subjects 1-6, 05/98
  • University of the State of New York Education Department: Public School Teacher Certificate Pre-K, Kindergarten and Grades 1-6, 05/03
  • University of the State of New York Education Department: Public School Teacher Certificate-School District Administrator, 05/05

Timeline

Pre-K Teacher

NYC Department of Education P. S. 161
09.2016 - 06.2022

Elementary Science Teacher

New York City Department of Education PS161K
09.1997 - 06.2016

Fourth Grade Teacher

PS289K
01.1996 - 01.1997

Paraprofessional for Chapter One /Title One Reading Program

MS61K
01.1992 - 01.1996

Advanced Certificate - Administration and Supervision

Brooklyn College

Master of Science - Elementary Education

Brooklyn College

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Long Island University

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