Intervention Coordinator

• Sep 2022 - Present

Assistant Department Head

• Sep 2022 - Present

English Teacher

• Sep 2015 - Present

- Designs and implements lessons and units in alignment with school, district, and state curriculum guidelines.- Develops and practices instructional strategies to maximize engagement of diverse learners at multiple curriculum levels with particular attention to equitable and anti-racist teaching practices.- Creates varied assessment opportunities for students with concrete expectations and guidelines along with clear and explicit grading rubrics or criteria for success, providing specific and timely feedback.- Delivers individualized instruction and support for specific student needs on a case by case basis.Fosters a safe classroom environment and encourages students to become a community of learners.- Collaborates with colleagues to expand knowledge base, compare standards for best practices, revise and improve shared lessons and assessments, and troubleshoot problems that are best solved by examining multiple perspectives. - Engages in department meetings, faculty meetings, and professional development opportunities.Additional Roles: Induction Program Co-Facilitator, Academic Standards Committee, Grading Committee Network Team, Faculty Club Advisor, School CouncilNew Position: Assistant Department Chair Show less

Writing Tutor

• Jan 2017 - Present

- Evaluates student skill sets for areas of strength and weakness in order to customize instruction to meet student needs. - Instructs students at each phase of the writing process, from pre-planning development through proofreading. - Guides student development of style and structure across a variety of writing purposes, including argument, personal narrative, analytical, and creative writing. - Evaluates student skill sets for areas of strength and weakness in order to customize instruction to meet student needs. - Instructs students at each phase of the writing process, from pre-planning development through proofreading. - Guides student development of style and structure across a variety of writing purposes, including argument, personal narrative, analytical, and creative writing.

Head Counselor

• Nov 2015 - Aug 2017

- Planned for summer with key staff and administrative team with a focus on big picture philosophy and goals, including some participation in the interview and hiring processes.- Reviewed and revised major camp documents to keep them clear, up to date, and aligned with mission statement before disseminating information to supervisors.- Participated in pre-season meetings to inform and engage supervisory staff for the summer ahead.- Directly supervised unit supervisors and other staff, helping them problem solve, deal with camper and staff issues, and become accustomed to the routines of their jobs.- Engaged in daily, weekly, and as needed administrative duties, including preparing for trips out of camp, organizing out-lists for staff, and distributing and collecting reports and other paperwork.- Performed on the spot troubleshooting for camper, staff, and supervisor problems on a daily basis.Supervised and initiated family outreach in response to camper issues or to resolve parent concerns. Show less

16/17 Year Old Staff Supervisor

• Jun 2015 - Aug 2016

- Developed and implemented a staff training program especially for camp’s youngest and most vulnerable staff to improve positive decision making and outstanding work ethic.- Provided social and emotional support to young staff as a sympathetic and knowledgeable adult outside of their work area.- Mediated disputes between young staff members in their peer groups, in their working groups, and with their direct supervisors.- Organized daytime and evening programming to help young staff acclimate to the freedoms of their new roles.- Enforced camp rules and protocols for young staff, including bunk inspections, curfew checks, and tardiness policies, and implemented consequences as needed, ranging from early curfew to dismissal. Show less

ABA Assistant

• Sep 2014 - Jan 2015

- Supported high functioning 5th grade student with autism in full inclusion environment. - Implemented behavior plan based on IEP, including social and academic interventions. - Offered individualized instruction in reading and writing techniques to supplement and support classroom curriculum. - Offered individualized support in all subject areas to supplement classroom curriculum. - Defined and modeled appropriate social interactions. - Took data on both normative and unexpected behavior patterns daily and summed that data weekly. - Supported classroom expectations, procedures, and curriculum for entire class. Show less

Visiting Group Liaison

• Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

- Acted as an ambassador between staff of visiting groups, summer staff, and camp administration. - Acted as an ambassador between staff of visiting groups, summer staff, and camp administration.

Nanny

• Oct 2009 - Jun 2014

- Modeled appropriate social behaviors and encouraged concern for others to cultivate development of interpersonal relationships and communication skills for children ages nine, twelve, and fifteen, (began when children were four, seven, and ten years of age). - Organized and conducted age-appropriate recreational activities, such as games, arts and crafts, sports, walks, and play dates. - Tutored and assisted with homework, in various subject areas including reading, writing, history, and math. - Taught and performed age-appropriate activities such as lap play, reading, and arts and crafts to encourage intellectual development of children. - Met regularly with parents to discuss children’s activities and development. - Transported children to schools, social outings, and medical appointments. - Observed children’s behavior for irregularities, took temperature, transported children to doctor, or administered medications, as directed to maintain children’s health. Show less

Unit Supervisor

• Jun 2008 - Aug 2013

- Guided staff of three to ten in development of professional childcare worker skills. - Responded to the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of twenty to fifty teenagers on a daily basis. - Modeled responsible, supportive, and committed behavior for staff and campers. - Enforced all camp health, safety, and personnel policies, protocols, and practices at all times, and enabled staff to do the same. - Established and enforced appropriate behavior practices for campers and staff as needed. - Organized time off, day off, and night time on duty schedules for staff. - Coordinated activity schedules for campers and developed creative programming to supplement regular activities. - Wrote evaluations for every staff member, paying special attention to efficacy and commitment. - Commented on evaluations for every camper with regards to behavior and future employment potential. - Oversaw daily meetings to coordinate operations, as well as weekly oral evaluations for every staff member. Show less

Group Counselor

• Jun 2006 - Aug 2007

- Enforced rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain appropriate behavior and ensure safety. - Administered first aid according to prescribed procedures and notified emergency medical personnel when necessary. - Organized, led, and promoted interest in recreational activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies. - Explained principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreation activities, and demonstrated use of materials and equipment. - Supported health and safety procedures and monitored physical and emotional well-being of campers on a daily basis. - Engaged in daily check-ins with every camper to evaluate health, mood, and general wellness. - Wrote evaluations for every camper in the group, commenting on relationships with peers, staff, and self, as well as general behavior and personality. Show less