Michael Musolino
Elementary Educator, Grades *-*
315-***-**** ********@*****.*** 117 Merman Drive Syracuse, NY 13214 Professional Summary
A versatile professional who provides whole-child development with a plethora of experience. An educator who is effective at meeting student’s needs where they are at on an individual and group basis. Work Experience
FIFTH GRADE CLASSROOM TEACHER
Holy Cross School Syracuse, NY 2020 – January 2025
● Fostered a growth mindset to encourage risk-taking, positive outlooks, and an inclusive learning environment.
● Promoted students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
● Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
● Collaborated with peers to create a best-fit form of education for individual development within students.
● Created fun, nurturing settings to help meet learning needs. STUDENT MATH TUTOR, THIRD - EIGHTH GRADE
Self-Employed Syracuse, NY March 2020 - Present
● Adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse learning styles, boosting student comprehension and confidence in math.
● Supported measurable student growth, often resulting in improved test scores and higher classroom performance.
YOUTH THEATER DIRECTOR AND STAGE MANAGER
Multiple Local Schools Syracuse, NY January 2022 - November 2024
● Directed youth theater productions from concept to performance, fostering creativity and teamwork in young performers.
● Managed all aspects of production, including casting, staging, set design, and costume coordination, ensuring cohesive and engaging performances.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL
Elmcrest Children’s Center Syracuse, NY February 2018 – May 2022
● Supervised youth and maintained security for each child under care.
● Fostered positive life skill development directly with at-risk or youth offenders.
● Connected behaviors with actions using evidence-driven behavioral models.
● Provided therapy for children within the program by using Therapy to Crisis Intervention training. SCHOOL AGE CHILDCARE SUBSTITUTE
YMCA Fayetteville, NY January 2019 – January 2020
● Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
● Taught social, communicative, and problem-solving skills to children within various settings.
● Implemented behavior redirection where age-appropriate to develop more positive behavior during activities. SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR
Madison County Children’s Camp - Camp Lookout Eaton, NY May 2015 – August 2019
● Guided at-risk youths in low-income areas with mentoring and counseling, as well as encouraging each to achieve personal and spiritual goals.
● Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
● Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers.
● Instructed participants on activities' goals, procedures and safety considerations to promote beneficial outcomes for all campers.
Certifications/Licenses
Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Initial Certificate
Issued: 08/21/2021
Students With Disabilities (Grades 1-6)
Initial Certificate
Issued: 08/21/2021
Education
Master of Science: Inclusive Childhood And Special Education Le Moyne College - Syracuse, NY
Degree Completed: August 2020
Bachelor of Arts: Inclusive Childhood And Special Education Le Moyne College - Syracuse, NY
Degree Completed: December 2017