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I WAS BORN TO TEACH
Both of my parents are educators: My father started as a teacher, and 30 years later is now a superintendent, while my mom has taught in the same kindergarten classroom for 28 years.
As the oldest of 5, with two special-needs siblings, I grew up witnessing how love, patience, and committment can powerfully help any child break through both real and imagined barriers as they grow and realize their potential.
To put it simply: Teaching is in my blood.
I love watching a student realize the potential I saw in them months before they did.
I love the "Aha Moment" when a student grasps the material being taught, and the creativity and skill needed to differentiate my delivery along the way.
Most importantly, I love creating an atmosphere in the class where all students feel valued, intellectually-inspired, emotionally-safe, and socially-connected.
If you want to hire just another graduating student teacher who will go through the motions, you won't find that here.
If you want a born-to-teach educator who gives it all in the classroom, and makes your school a better place along the way, then you're on the right website. Welcome to my page :)
CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
REEDS ROAD ELEMENTARY, 1ST GRADE
January 2019 - Present
Student Teaching Semester, Sept 2019-Present
Implemented and integrated hands-on lessons and incorporated Smartboard and iPad technology into projects
Adapted instruction and assessments to meet the needs of the various types of learners in the classroom
Collaborated with other 1st grade and music teachers to write and produce a show on Thanksgiving
Assigned and graded homework, providing student feedback and assessed student progress
Attended faculty meetings and professional development workshops
Created successful reading and sight word recognition lesson for Dr. Seuss week
Introduced a behavior modification plan in response to a very talkative and active class
Clinical Practice Semester Two (100 Hours). Jan 2019-May 2019
Assisted students individually and in small groups to improve grammar, reading and writing skills
Observed different strategies of learning and assisted with daily activities such as collecting homework
Implemented and taught differentiated lessons and evaluated student's work
PLEASANTVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Jan 2018 - May 2019
Subsitute Teacher
Designed classroom presentations based on county curriculum to meet students' needs and abilities
Differentiated instruction to meet all students' needs
Completed progress reports which included individualized notes regarding students' strengths and areas of improvement
Maintained communication with parents via conferences, phone calls, and notes
Assessed students' understanding and learning both formally and informally
Implemented a book buddy program with a fourth grade class to promote reading for pleasure and fluency practice
Participated on a committee to create a school-wide student achievement recognition program
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SLAYBAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 3RD GRADE
Sept 2018 - Dec 2018
​Clinical Practice Semester One (80 Hours)
Collaborated with professionals on lesson planning and creation of formative and summative assessments.
Actively participated in helping assess classwork and provided feedback to students.
Gained skills helping students formulate their own answers using effective questioning and guidance.
ATLANTIC CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
NEW YORK AVENUE SCHOOL
Jan 2018-May 2018
New York Avenue School
Clinical Experience Semester (50 Hours), Jan 2018-May 2018
Interacted with students in the classroom and witnessed various learning styles.
Learned to become a professional in a school setting and work effectively with other professionals.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
STOCKTON UNIVERSITY
Expected Graduation:
December 2019
Bachelor of Arts
Psychology
GPA: 3.89
NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing
Elementary K-6
Expected:
December 2019
WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE
As required in the NJ Professional Standards for Teachers
DOMAIN #1
THE LEARNER AND LEARNING
Standard #1
Learner Development
Standard #2
Learning Differences
Sample PDF
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Standard #3
Learning Environments
DOMAIN #2
CONTENT KNOWLEDGE
Standard #4
Content Knowledge
Standard #5
Application of Content
Sample Lesson Plan
DOMAIN #3
INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICE
Standard #6
Assessment
Standard #7
Planning for Instructions
Example Lesson Plan #1
Standard #8
Instructional Strategies
DOMAIN #4
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
Standard #9
Professional Learning
NJEA Preservice Member since 2017
Teacher Workshop Title, Sept 2019
Teacher Workshop Title, Sept 2019
Teacher Workshop Title, Jan 2018
Standard #10
Leadership and Collaboration
President of the Stockton University Chapter of the New Jersey Preservice Assocation
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Standard #11
Ethical Practice
GET IN TOUCH
Whether you have a current vacancy, or you're preparing for the inevitable retirement notices, I'd love the opportunity to meet you and your team, and explore how I could serve your students.