Elizabeth Lavallee

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Elizabeth Lavallee

81 Park Avenue

Cranston, Rhode Island 02905-3514

401-***-****(h) / 401-***-****(c)

Email: aboqju@r.postjobfree.com

Dedicated elementary educator, with five years of experience implementing results-driven

curriculum and delivering enthusiastic instruction of math, reading, writing, social

studies, and science for primary and middle school children; extensive background serving

the needs of culturally, socio-economical diverse populations.

Educational Skills

Elementary Education (All Subjects)

Cultural Sensitivity

Whole Language Curriculum

Innovative Curriculum Development

Lesson Planning

Classroom Management

Parental Involvement

Phonemic Awareness

Student Assessment

Textbook Review & Selection

Hands-on Instruction

Team Taught

Integrated subject matter

Differentiated Instruction

TOEFL Testing

Implemented Technological Learning

Incorporate learning modality principles

Education, and Certifications, and Honors

University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island. 2004.

Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education, Fine Arts, minor in History,

Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society Member

International Honor Society in Education,

Rhode Island State Provisional Certification, 1-8 (Certificate # 40790) Expires 8/2012,

Middle School Endorsed

CPR/First Aid Certified 2008-2010

Professional Experience

Edward S Rhodes School, Cranston, RI. January, 2008-presentUrban elementary school

Classroom Volunteer, Grades 4-5

. Helped develop and implement a Historical Scrapbook. Students analyze primary sources,

research family life in turn of the century U.S. state, and create a mock scrapbook. They

view photos, and identify the function of a family on a farm or a ranch. Evaluated

individual student progress and helped conduct teacher student conference.

. Helped develop and implement a Civics project on citizenship and the characteristics

that define a socially healthy citizen. Each student identified three specific actions

they could accomplish to practice good citizenship. Helped coordinate a civics

presentation to the schools PTA for new gym equipment to help fight childhood obesity.

Overbrook Academy, Warwick, RI. September, 20062008

International boarding school offering English emersion curriculum, for grades 6-12th

international students from Spanish speaking countries.

Science Teacher, Grades 6-8

. Developed grade-level appropriate curriculum and lead classroom instruction in all

Biology and Physical Science areas; integrated reading, writing, math and social studies.

Serve as grade-level coordinator and member of textbook committee. Provided instruction in

English, which gave students from diverse Spanish nations a solid foundation in the

language in addition to mastery of grade level course content. Planned and instructed each

subject area using wide variety of teaching aids, motivational and implementation

strategies to engage students in active learning.

Cranston School District, Cranston, RI, Exeter West Greenwich School District, Exeter,

RI. September, 2005- 2006

Urban school district with a diverse population.

Long-term Substitute teacher, Grades K-8

. Assist in teaching core curriculum, planning, and implementation of various units.

Engaged in conferences with parents, school personnel, occupational, speech, and resource

personnel. Met all district, IEP, and 504 curricular goals. Taught an After-School class

for Bain+2 After-School Program and co-sponsored a comprehensive program of mural painting

and promotion of healthy food choices.

Cranston Arc/Cornerstone School, Cranston, RI. September, 2004- 2005Special Needs primary school

Para-professional, grades K-1

. Self contained classroom; required to support children academically, socially, and

behaviorally, and help the classroom teacher with materials, and preparation of lesson

plans. Pre-taught new concepts preparing the students for the next academic unit. Social

tasks entailed supporting the student during recess, helping her find a partner in the

classroom, and working on conversation skills. Behavior tasks included diffusing tantrums,

providing sensory support, and setting up a reward system for behavior.

Warwick Museum of Art, Warwick, RI. June 2005August, 2006

Summer Art Director, Internship, Ages 8-12.

March of Dimes/URI Nutrition Department, Providence, RI.

Field Teacher, Teens-AdultsJune, 1999March, 2004

Student Teacher, Cranston/Providence, RI.

. Hope Highlands Elementary School, Cranston, RI October, 2004-March,2005

Grade 2

. Springfield MS,, Providence, RI March, 2005 June, Grades 7 & 8

Affiliations and Activities

Rhode Island Social Studies Association

University of Rhode Island Middle School Association

School Improvement Committee, E.S. Rhodes Elementary

National PTA member

National Consultants for Education, Atlanta, GA.

August, 2006, Professional Development

Chick Project Casey Farm, Saunderstown, RI

April, 2008, Professional Development

Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom, Online,

CCRI, Lincoln, RI, September, 2009, Professional Development

Teaching the ESL student in the Regular Classroom January, 2010, Professional Development

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