Wendy Smit
York,ME
Summary
Enthusiastic teacher committed to fostering students' academic, social and emotional growth. Experience with managing/supporting classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Exceptional communication skills with parents, administrators and other educators.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
North Berwick Elementary School
North Berwick, ME
08.2024 - Current
Long Term Classroom Substitute/Building Substitute Teacher
Coastal Ridge Elementary School
York, ME
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
Kindergarten Teacher in Dual Language Program
Umana Academy
Boston, MA
09.2015 - 06.2020
- Designed creative, thematic based lessons using music, art and hands on learning to help strengthen English language skills for all Pre-K and Kindergarten students
- Fostered a warm, caring learning environment that nurtured all students with their English language development
- Implemented small group centers with a focus on ELA, sensory and independent play
- Collaborated with co-teachers and administration to create the English component of our curriculum
- Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Administrated WIDA to my students, as well as other ESL students in our school.
First Grade Teacher
Umana Academy
Boston, MA
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed and implemented daily lessons that align with Common Core Standards while differentiating instruction to support English language learners
- Maintained an effective learning environment by scaffolding lessons to promote deeper understanding
- Used assessments, daily observation and anecdotal notes to apply appropriate academic interventions
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity
- Created a balanced literacy program using Fundations, Reader's workshop/centers and the Daily 5 model
- Communicated with parents about learning objectives and upcoming events with a weekly newsletter.
First Grade Teacher
Jackson Mann School K-8
Boston, MA
09.2010 - 06.2013
Third Grade Teacher
William Blackstone Elementary School
Boston, MA
09.2004 - 06.2010
Fourth Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Emerson Elementary School
Boston, MA
01.2004 - 08.2004
Fifth Grade Teacher (1 Year Position)
Perry Elementary School
Boston, MA
09.2002 - 06.2003
Fourth Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Paul A Dever Elementarty School
Boston, MA
01.2002 - 06.2002
Second/Third Grade Teacher
Claremont Unified School District
Claremont, CA
09.2000 - 06.2001
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MABachelor of Arts - Art History
Pine Manor College
Chestnut Hill, MASkills
- Leadership Team (2024-2025)
- 1st Grade Team Leader (2014-2015)
- 3rd Grade Team Leader (2005-2008)
- Modeled classroom management strategies, math and reading lessons with staff and administration (2005-2015)
- Created and led presentation on creating a successful literacy block (2014)
- Mentored student teachers from Northeastern University and Boston College (2003-2013)
- Member of Instructional Leadership Team, Data Team and Co-Chair of School Climate Committee (2004-2015)
- Director/ teacher of SES after-school program (2005)
- Building Leadership Team (2024-2025)
Certification
Maine Professional License
- General Elementary K-6
- Maine Literacy Specialist Certification (Pending)
Massachusetts State Certification
- Elementary Education 1-6
- English Language Learners K-6
Orton Gillingham Comprehensive Training (2023)
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
North Berwick Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Long Term Classroom Substitute/Building Substitute Teacher
Coastal Ridge Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Teacher in Dual Language Program
Umana Academy
09.2015 - 06.2020
First Grade Teacher
Umana Academy
09.2013 - 06.2015
First Grade Teacher
Jackson Mann School K-8
09.2010 - 06.2013
Third Grade Teacher
William Blackstone Elementary School
09.2004 - 06.2010
Fourth Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Emerson Elementary School
01.2004 - 08.2004
Fifth Grade Teacher (1 Year Position)
Perry Elementary School
09.2002 - 06.2003
Fourth Grade Teacher (Long Term Substitute)
Paul A Dever Elementarty School
01.2002 - 06.2002
Second/Third Grade Teacher
Claremont Unified School District
09.2000 - 06.2001
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Lesley University
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Pine Manor College
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