SHANA

JOSEPH

ad3r9r@r.postjobfree.com

917-***-****

Brooklyn, NY 11216

SKILLS

Formative Assessments and Standard-Based Grading

Positive Reinforcement Strategies

Student Support

Social Development

Assess Student Progress

Online Instruction

Field Trip Planning and Supervision

District Standards

EDUCATION

ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY

QUEENS, NY 1995 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE OF BIOLOGY

ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY

Queens, NY • 1999

Master of Education

CERTIFICATIONS

License - Biology and General Science Teacher Permanent

Certified, Certificate of Fitness for Non-Production Chemical Laboratories (C-14) - March 2016- March 2025

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Passionate and dedicated professional with more than 16 years of progressive experience in teaching, committed to student development and establishing productive learning environments. Demonstrate proficiency in employing innovative teaching and instructional methods to aid in attaining higher student achievement. Exemplify proficiency in using technology in classrooms with a stellar reputation in motivating students, enhancing the classroom experience, and establishing an intuitive connection with a wide range of individuals to reach learning goals and objectives.

Possess strong writing and speaking skills, complemented with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and parents.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Collaborated with a team of Science and Math teachers in the development of STEM program.

Documented and resolved students' struggles which led to higher state exam scores.

WORK HISTORY

Powell Junior High School - General Science Teacher

Manhattan, NY • 09/2000 - 06/2003

Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.

Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.

Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.

Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.

Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.

Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.

Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.

Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.

NYC BOARD OF EDUCATION (Sheepshead Bay High School) – Biology Teacher

Brooklyn, NY • 09/2004- 06/2016

Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.

Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.

Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.

Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.

Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.

Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.

Established positive and encouraging relationships with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.

Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.

Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.

Used [Software] to upload student grades and absence data into district computer systems.

Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.

Collaborated with specialists to meet the needs of students requiring extra support.

Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.

Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.

School For Classics High School - Teacher

Brooklyn, NY • 10/2016 - 11/2022

Teach Biology and General Science to students from 9th through 12th grade, including ESL and Special Needs/IEP students

Utilize a variety of delivery approaches to meet student capabilities and needs, including utilization of technological resources and providing enhanced lessons to expand the boundaries of the classroom

Conduct small group and individual classroom activities with students, based on differentiated learning needs to ensure all students are learning at maximum potential

Devise lesson plans and instructional material while providing group instruction to adapt the state curriculum standards and meet the needs of all students

Communicate with parents and administrators as necessary to ensure student progress and performance

Key Accomplishments:

Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoted excellent student-teacher interaction

Created a positive learning environment for students by providing organized, structured lessons, and laboratory activities, and by motivating students with enthusiasm and positive attitude.

Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.

Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.

Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

01/2008 - 01/2015

Assisted in setting up and administrating the Earth Science Performance Assessment in

Summer School Programs

Brooklyn, NY 2008-2013

Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize individual learning

Used visual and technologically advanced aids to instruct students while providing versatile and individual learning plans

Develop interesting and engaging lessons to meet the academic, intellectual, and social needs of the students

Facilitated, monitored, and assessed student learning by evaluating student performance, collaborating with peers, counselors, parents, and guardians

Key Accomplishments:

Achieved positive and effective classroom environment through effective preparation and delivery of instructional activities that facilitated active learning experiences

Incorporated exciting and engaging activities that reinforce student's participation and hands-on learning

Consistently recognized on evaluations to always exceeding expectations in relation to orderliness, timeliness, patience, and ability to communicate with students, parents, teachers, and administrators

Participated in the summer school program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Certifications: General Science (Permanent) Biology (Permanent) AFFILIATION Grading Committee, New York State

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