Portfolio Samples

Below are samples of lesson plans I implemented and executed during my student teaching. Please feel free to download by clicking the links below!

Philosophy


Gallery


Literacy


Science


Social Studies


Mathematics


Experiences

Co-teacher

Summer of 2016 and 2017
Little Labs for Big Imaginations at Fairfield University, Fairfield CT
  • Created and implemented writing workshop lesson plans focusing on various writing genres for students between grades 2 - 6.
  • Integrated technological opportunities for students to showcase their mastery of knowledge of and skills.

Graduate Intern

September 2016 - June 2017
Stratford Academy Johnson House, Stratford CT
  • Worked as a building intern and substitute in multiple grade levels.
  • Completed case study field work in a 3rd and 5th grade classroom.
  • Preformed duties such as assisting classroom teachers in lesson planning, creating bulletin boards, served as part-time/full-time coverage for teachers.

Student Teacher

January 2017 - May 2017
Stratford Academy Johnson House, Stratford CT
  • Created, initiated, and differentiated for unit lesson plans using district curriculum and guidelines in multiple subjects such as math, science, social studies, and literacy.
  • Participated in faculty meetings and planning learning communities to build upon teaching strategies and learn best practices.
  • Co-taught along side of cooperating teacher by planning unit lesson plans, working with individual students, attending parent/ teacher conferences, and participating in classroom instruction.
  • Assisted with grading, assessments, assignment-making, and engaged in administrative practices.

Graduate Assistant

February 2017 - May 2017
Fairfield University GSEAP, Fairfield CT
  • Assisted undergraduate Elementary Education candidates in applying for internship placements and provided certification guidance.
  • Attended Fairfield University's admitted students open house ceremony and represented the elementary education program.

Observational Fieldwork

January 2015 - May 2016
Fairfield University, Fairfield CT
  • Worked as a classroom assistant at Cesar A. Batalla, Hall School, and Beardsley School.
  • Prepared educational activities, such as lesson plans, for groups of students in a classroom setting.

Private Elementary Tutor

January 2015 - February 2016
Fairfield County Areas, CT
  • Assisted students in completion of assignments covering topics such as reading, writing, math, and sciences.
  • Created educational and positive learning environment to aid students' concentration.
  • Coordinate with parents to provide custom assignments tailored to students' needs.

Classroom Assistant for Horizons National

June 2015 - August 2015
Greens Farms Academy, Westport CT
  • Volunteered at Green Farm Academy's six week program to assist students in academics such as reading, writing, and math.
  • Worked with pre-school students and prepared them for upcoming academic year.
  • Participated in one-on-one sessions to help ELL students integrate with their fellow peers, both academically and socially.

Action for Bridgeport Community Development

June 2015 - August 2015
Park Avenue Headstart, Bridgeport CT
  • Volunteered in the Headstart educational program for inner-city children.
  • Helping students prepare for school by working on each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills through high quality education.

Computer Science Tutor

September 2013 - May 2014
Fairfield County Areas, CT
  • Explained advanced computer science topics to students in an easy-to-digest manner.
  • Reviewed student's programming assignments and ordered feedback for improvement.
  • Provided example problems for students' preparation for exams.

General Manager

June 2012 - Present
Mindy K Deli & Catering, Old Saybrook CT
  • Scheduled employee work times and business events, as well as schedule and preform interviews for potential employees.
  • Oversaw employee during work hours to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Purchased and organized business culinary supplies and services.

Certifications and Workshops

Connecticut Teaching Certification Grades 1-6

July 2017 (pending)
Fairfield University

Reading and Writing Workshop

Spring 2017
Stratford Academy Johnson House

Crisis Behavioral Management

Spring 2017
Stratford Academy Johnson House

Adult/ Child CPR Certification and Training

Fall 2016
Stratford Academy Johnson House

Adult/ Child First Aid Certification and Training

Fall 2016
Stratford Academy Johnson House

Community Involvement

Organizations at Stratford Academy Johnson House
Actively participated in Stratford Academy's Positive Behavior Intervention School (PBIS) committee. Helped plan and organize "College to Career" week at Stratford Academy Johnson House.
Commuter Student Association
Active member and representative in the Commuter Student Association. Planned, organized, and managed club events to promote commuter relations with university residents.
School Building Project in Laos
Ran a fundraiser to raise awareness and money for the education of underprivileged children in Laos. Donated basic school supplies to children and organized the establishment of a school building.

Technical Skills & Proficiency

HTML & CSS

Javascript

Haskell

Python