Ayanna J.
Private tutor in Valley Stream, NY
Education
Pennsylvania State University Bachelor of Science, Childhood and Early Adolescent Pre K- 4 Dean’s List, 3.53 GPA Pennsylvania Instructional 1 Teaching Certificate Pennsylvania State University College of Education Master of Education in Special Education Dean’s List, 3.7 National Society of Leadership and Success Inducted Spring 2016
Experience
Teaching Experience The New American Academy Charter School (4th grade teacher) - Current Position • Responsible for developing and teaching Curriculum to fourth grade students • Led instruction for Interdisciplinary Studies for fourth grade students • Adapted and differentiated lessons and lesson materials for varying student abilities • Provide daily instruction in reading, writing, math, and interdisciplinary studies Mount Nittany Middle School Student Teacher (Emotional and learning support 8th grade) ● Responsible for providing supplemental Special Education Support for students on Red Team case load ● Led Instruction for 8th grade Direct Instruction Math Class with Connecting Math Concepts curriculum HEARTS, Delta Program, State College, PA October – December 2016 Student Teacher Practicum- K-5th grade Classroom ● Accountable for elementary at-risk students between kindergarten and 5th grade ● Developed and taught Explicit Instruction lessons on handwriting, vocabulary and mathematics aligned with Pennsylvania Core Standards Tyrone Elementary School Student Teacher (1st grade) ● Responsible for teaching first grade students morning work, calendar activities, math, science, social studies, shared reading and literacy groups ● Developed and taught lessons in math, science, reading, writing, and social students aligned with Pennsylvania Core Standards Upward Bound Residential Mentor (Mentor High School students, tutoring them during summer classes, preparing them for college) ● Mentored for high school aged students participating in Summer Program ● Acted as a tutor, assisting students with their coursework and research projects ● Led small and large group activities relating to team building, college and career preparation, etc. ● Responsible for leading classroom activities and lessons as a substitute teacher on occasion High School North Tutoring Center September 2012 – May 2013 Volunteer Tutor Assisted third grade ESL student, Lisa Fuji, while she completed her homework Provided tutoring to further advance math and writing skills Volunteer Tutor (online) Paired with a 3rd grade student tutoring online. Assisted with math, reading, and writing homework I want to be a tutor, to continue my work as an educator and a learner. I understand the diverse needs children have. I would like to work with children who may not get the necessary help they need in school. I understand how important it is for students to master their foundational skills in and outside of school. I want to be a tutor to provide these kids with any additional help, to show them that they can achieve anything.
Subject Expertise
3rd Grade Reading5th Grade Writing5th Grade Science5th Grade Reading5th Grade math5th Grade4th Grade Writing4th Grade Reading4th Grade math4th Grade3rd Grade Writing1st Grade3rd Grade math3rd Grade2nd Grade Writing2nd Grade Reading2nd Grade math2nd Grade1st Grade Writing1st Grade Reading1st Grade math
Availability
Weekdays after 12 Noon, Weekends after 10AM, Weekdays after 4PM
Can Meet
Up to 1 hour away for a flat fee
Hobbies
I have danced since I was 4 years old. I was a cheerleader during my 4 years of high school. I was on a dance team during college. I enjoy cooking and baking. I love watching food network. I am also enthusiastic about Marvel movies and comics. I have seen all of the movies I enjoy reading and listening to music. I watch a lot of different television shows and movies.
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