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JOSEPH J. ZYWICKI, JR.

*** ********** **** • Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064-9614 Home: 484-***-**** Cell: 484-***-**** •**********@*****.***

ELEMENTARY / MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER • TRAINER

Dynamic, resourceful and versatile education professional, adept at creating an affirming, structured and stable learning atmosphere to address the individual intellectual, social, emotional and creative needs of every student and to encourage independent thinking and learning. Talented at crafting lesson plans for each subject that features a variety of teaching methods and aids to inspire and engage learners. Creative problem solver and critical thinker with excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Results driven and detail oriented, with strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication abilities to foster positive, productive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.

Core Competencies

Innovative Curriculum Development • Individualized Education Plans • Classroom Management Grade 1-12 Instruction • At-Risk/Emotionally Handicapped Students • Special Needs Programs Student Counseling • Diagnostic Student Testing/Assessment • Instructional Best Practices Visual/Auditory/Kinesthetic Learning Styles • Student Mentoring & Motivation • Cultural Sensitivity IEPs/IBPs • Core Curriculum Standards • Collaborative Teamwork • Negotiation/ Conflict Resolution Verbal/Written Communication & Presentations • Education Technology • Team Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Professional Assistant, East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 • 2014 - Present

•Basic academic responsibilities in teaching, service and scholarly.

•Basic computer and clerical skills. Internet and literature review.

•Assist in all professional matters as directed by immediate supervisor.

Tutor and Supplemental Instructor, East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 • 2013-2014

Providing individual and group tutorial services for undergraduate students

•To assist students so they remain in college and complete a degree with the highest possible GPA.

•To support students in acquiring basic academic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, study and learning styles; applying skills to the content areas of their individual course of study.

•To guide students in adjusting to the university environment and in developing personal, career, and educational goals.

CHILDREN’S HOME OF EASTON, Easton, Pennsylvania • 2009 to 2012

Private non-profit agency providing long/short-term residential and community-based programs for children in need.

Head/Lead Teacher, Grades 5 to 12

Collaborated closely with public school psychologists to determine appropriate educational placements. Conducted student testing, formulated diagnostic reports, and recommended educational/behavioral goals for inclusion in individual student plans. Taught a variety of subjects in a classroom setting. Oversaw the lesson planning and classroom performance of teaching team members, providing coaching/mentoring as needed.

•Reorganized the Home’s education department, introducing a multiple classroom model to facilitate eventual re-entry into the public school system.

•Formulated the department s Philosophy Statement and developed the curriculum based on Pennsylvania

public school guidelines. Acquired up-to-date textbooks targeting individual learning disabilities

•Designed and taught a career planning curriculum to facilitate student employment success following graduation.

•Instituted electronic lesson planning and grading, designed and launched an electronic report card and incorporated Microsoft Word instruction into the computer curriculum.

KIDSPEACE, Orefield, Pennsylvania • 2000 to 2008

Private charity dedicated to serving the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families and communities, providing a comprehensive range of residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and a variety of foster care and community-based treatment programs.

Diagnostic Classroom Teacher, Grades 1-7, The Donley Tech School (2006 to 2008)

Developed diagnostic student reports based on comprehensive testing. Generated Behavioral Contracts and provided behavior/educational goal recommendations for student Individual Education Plans (IEP). Furnished classroom instruction on a variety of subjects.

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KIDSPEACE, Orefield, Pennsylvania • 2000 to 2008, continued:

Inclusive Classroom Teacher, Grades 10-12, The Athlete Center School (2004 to 2006) Inclusive Classroom Teacher, Grades 7-10, The William Penn School (2000 to 2004)

Taught all core subjects in self-contained classrooms, using differentiated instruction strategies, creative techniques and education technology to provide for individual student academic/social needs and achieve curriculum goals.

•Formulated and implemented state-specific Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Individual Behavior Plans (IBP) for Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Washington DC.

•Provided effective, nurturing self-contained classroom instruction in all subjects for special needs/at-risk

students spanning grades 1-12.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science, Health & Physical Education

East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Coursework, Master of Education, Special Education (18 Credits), East Stroudsburg University

Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education, East Stroudsburg University Pennsylvania Health & Physical Education Certification

Pennsylvania Private School Special Education Certification Council for Reading and Learning Association Certification Level 1 Additional Training:

Self-Contained Classroom Management Strategies Development of Behavioral Modification Plans Documentation for Individual Education Planning

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), Moodle & Wiki

REFERENCES

Mr. Gregg Dowty, D.Ed, Ms. Christine S Greenaway, M.Ed

Executive Director Director of Education (ret).

The Children's Home of Easton The Children's Home of Easton

2000 South 25th Street 9166 N Delaware Dr.

Easton, PA 18042 Bangor, PA 18013-4400

Office: 610-***-**** ext. 106 Phone: 610-***-****(cell) E-mail: ******@****************.*** E-mail: ******@****.***

Ms. Ann-Marie Panella, M.Ed. Mr. George A. Xiques

Director of Human Resources Asst. Director Facilities, Planning & Constr.

The Children's Home of Easton Lafayette College

2000 South 25th Street 9 North Campus Lane

Easton, PA 18042 Easton, PA 18042-1768

Office: 610-***-**** ext.108 Office: 610-***-**** Cell: 610-***-****

Email: *********@****************.*** E-mail: *******@*********.***

Ms. Gina R. Scala, PhD Ms. Bonnie E. Green, PhD Department Chair, Special Ed. & Rehabilitation Department of Psychology East Stroudsburg University East Stroudsburg University

200 Prospect Street, Stroud Hall 105 200 Prospect Street, Stroud Hall 114 East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Office: 570-***-**** Office :570-***-****

E-mail: ******@***.*** E-mail: ******@***.***

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REFERENCES Continued

Ms. Donna Hodge, PhD Ms. Terri L. Miles, JD

Department of Psychology Administrative Tutor

East Stroudsburg University Tutorial Center

200 Prospect Street, Stroud Hall 114 East Stroudsburg University

East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 200 Prospect Street, Rosenkrans Hall

Office :570-***-**** Office: 570-***-****

E-mail: ******@***.*** E-mail: ******@***.***

Mr. J. Truschel,PhD Mr. Jyh-Hann Chang, PhD

Professor/Director Tutorial Center Assistant Professor- Dept of Psychology

200 Prospect Street, Rosenkrans Hall 200 Prospect Street, Stroud Hall 116A

Office: 570-***-**** Office: 570-***-****

E-mail: *********@***.*** E-mail: ******@***.***

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