Wendy Tapia
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Science Educator with a decade of experience driving student success through innovative curriculum development and targeted communication with families. Proven ability to enhance student understanding via differentiated instruction and interactive, hands-on learning. Committed to fostering an inclusive classroom that supports diverse learning needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Science Teacher
Resurrection School
Rye, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated Living Environment Regents class for advanced students, preparing them for accelerated high school science credit.
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies to meet diverse academic performance levels, boosting student engagement and comprehension.
- Executed hands-on experiments, deepening students' understanding of scientific concepts and encouraging active participation in the learning process.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for middle school science, enhancing students' foundational analytical skills and fostering a love for inquiry.
- Maintained regular communication with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
Middle School Science Teacher
St. Luke School
Whitestone, NY
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed and executed comprehensive science curricula for middle school grades.
- Implemented hands-on experiments, enhancing student comprehension of abstract scientific principles through practical application.
- Integrated technology and lab experiments into daily lessons, fostering increased student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Maintained proactive communication with parents and administrators to support student performance and engagement.
Science Teacher
Saint Edmund Elementary School
Brooklyn, NY
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Prepared eighth-grade cohorts for New York State Science Test, ensuring mastery of core competencies.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments that enhanced student understanding of scientific concepts, making learning relevant and engaging.
- Launched and coordinated daily after-school robotics club, promoting STEM engagement and providing students with practical, hands-on learning experiences.
- Directed four general science classes for grades 5 to 8, fostering positive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and curiosity.
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Brigid Catholic Academy
Brooklyn, NY
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Conducted daily classroom observations and developmental assessments, informing early childhood lesson implementations to better meet student needs.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies, effectively accommodating various learning styles to foster inclusive classroom participation.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted student growth and collaboration.
- Collaborated with team to develop curriculum aligned with Common Core standards, enhancing educational support for ELL populations in Title 1 framework.
Lead Teacher
Bright Horizons
New York, NY
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with families to tailor and implement individual learning plans for each child.
- Facilitated activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development in classrooms.
- Organized programs that fostered physical, mental, and social growth for all children.
Education
M.S. - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)
New York, NY12-2020
Advanced Certificate - Public Health
CUNY Graduate School of Public Health
New York, NY06-2018
B.S. - Biological Sciences
North Carolina State University (NCSU)
Raleigh, NC12-2013
Skills
- hands-on experimentation
- Curriculum development
- lesson planning
- differentiated instruction
- Integrating educational technology
- student assessment
- Science assessment
- classroom management
- Parent engagement
- problem solving
Timeline
Middle School Science Teacher
Resurrection School
08.2024 - Current
Middle School Science Teacher
St. Luke School
07.2021 - 06.2024
Science Teacher
Saint Edmund Elementary School
07.2019 - 06.2021
Kindergarten Teacher
St. Brigid Catholic Academy
01.2018 - 06.2019
Lead Teacher
Bright Horizons
03.2015 - 01.2018
M.S. - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)
Advanced Certificate - Public Health
CUNY Graduate School of Public Health
B.S. - Biological Sciences
North Carolina State University (NCSU)