Jessica Zborowski
** ******** ******, ****** ****** NY 10302
Home: 718-***-**** - Cell: 646-***-**** - ***********.***@*****.*** PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Licensed, highly motivated, enthusiastic and responsible educator with 15 years of teaching experience, fostering a cohesive student learning atmosphere.
CERTIFICATIONS:
● New York State Professional Certification in Secondary Education, concentration English
(6-12)
● Certification of Completion Coursework/Training in Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse and Maltreatment
● Certification of Completion and Training in School Violence Prevention and Intervention EXPERIENCE:
September 2018 to Current – Jewish Foundation School – Full Time 4th Grade General Studies Teacher and Middle School ELA Teacher -SI, NY
● Develop curriculum and implement lessons for 4th grade students in all subject areas including: Math, Social Studies, Science, Reading and Writing.
● Design creative and innovative lesson plans focused on age level-appropriate material for 6, 7 and 8th grade ELA students in areas of reading and writing.
● Maintain effective classroom management strategies, utilizing positive reinforcement and applying differentiated instruction to meet all students' academic needs.
● Work collaboratively with SETTS providers, para professionals and therapists to address the needs of students with special needs, in accordance with their IESP plans, ensuring success.
● Integrate technology and develop interactive learning mediums using SMART board interactive tools to increase student understanding of course materials. September 2017 to August 2018 - St. John's Lutheran School -Substitute Teacher (K-8) - SI, NY
● Followed and taught lesson plans assigned by permanent teachers for students in Kindergarten through the 8th grade, throughout all subject areas.
● Maintained effective classroom management strategies, utilizing positive reinforcement and applying differentiated instruction to meet all students' academic needs.
● Determined appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior and wrote reports for teachers about the class events.
September 2010 to August 2018 - Private Tutoring/ELA & Social Studies - SI, NY
● Tutored elementary to high school-age students in ELA and Social Studies to help them better comprehend school lectures, learning objectives, or catch up with other students.
● Conducted educational assessments to identify educational needs, and developed individualized instructional and tutoring plans integrating curriculum objectives and aligning with state and Common Core learning standards (focus on DRA reading levels, elementary school state testing and high school Regents preparation).
● Utilized instructional technology such as iPads and learning software to help students learn and retain new information.
● Coached students to strengthen grammar, spelling, paragraph writing, creative writing, and essay writing skills.
September 2005 to August 2010 - Moore Catholic High School -Full Time English Teacher SI, NY
● Taught American and British Literature to diverse 9th and 10th grade students.
● Developed and taught creative writing courses to 12th grade students.
● School Regents Coordinator for 11th grade Regents Examination in English.
● Implemented creative curriculum, utilizing outcome-based education and alternative assessments to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
● Maintained communication with parents via conferences, phone calls and notes.
● Participated in a variety of school based extracurricular activities including: Stage Manager/ Assistant to Performing Arts Director and Moderator of Student Council. EDUCATION:
Master of Arts : Secondary Education with a concentration in English (6-12), 2006 College of Staten Island Staten Island, NY
Bachelor of Arts : English and Political Science, 1999 State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY SKILLS:
● Strong knowledge of Mac and Windows using a variety of software.
● Proficiency in modern classroom technology including: Chromebook and related applications, SMARTBOARD, PlusPortal, Zoom, Google Classroom, Engrade and Blackboard Learn.
● Exceptional organizational ability and classroom management.
● Adept in writing, researching, proofreading and editing.
● Clear public speaking skills and able to effectively communicate with parents.