Jessica K.
Private tutor in Little Falls, NJ
Education
EDUCATION: Master's Degree in Teaching: (Secondary English) at Montclair State University. Graduated Jan. 2010, Certified in English, K-12, Highly Qualified. Undergraduate: Muhlenberg College BA in English Major, Theatre Minor Graduated 2005.
Experience
TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE: Adjunct Professor- Developmental English Passaic County Community College Fall 2014 and Spring 2015 -Assist students with developing their writing portfolios and getting them ready for Comp I and building on their language and literacy skills. -Work with students on improving their reading and writing skills especially writing college level papers and using proper citation. ESL Tutor – Lingo Live 2014- 2015 - Worked with clients from all Mexico, Brazil and Israel via SKYPE to teach English Speaking, Reading and Writing skills. -Self motivated- I write my own curriculum and use online assessments to keep track of student levels and write student reports. English Teacher- STEM Academy at JFK High School in Paterson NJ, January 2012-present - Classes Taught: English I and Strategic Reading- Co-Teaching in an Inclusion Setting, English II, Technical Writing, Public Speaking and Drama I.- Assisted production of Talent/Variety Show- worked behind the scenes - Used Engrade, Genesis and Infinite Campus to update parents and students on grades, assignments and attendance. - Integrated technology in the classroom establishing EduBlogs for literature classes, as a way for students to creatively respond to literature, and worked with Eno-Board every day to enhance learning with technology. - Created and implemented original Public Speaking and Drama Curriculum aligned with current CCS Summer Writing Teacher with Summer Bridge Program Paterson, NJ Summer 2012 Taught incoming ninth grade students writing, in a workshop style setting. Used CCS and aligned my lessons with current Language Arts curriculum Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher at Dr. Horton Elementary School- Newark, NJ Sept 2011-January 2011 - Classes Taught: 5th Grade Social Studies and 5th Grade Language Arts - Set up appropriate 5th grade room including Word Wall, Learning Stations and Leveled Reading Library - Worked with another teacher to write and co-direct a Winter Play for the 5-8th graders. English Teacher-School of Information Technology at Eastside High School-Paterson NJ Sept 2010-June 2011 - Classes Taught: English I and Writing Skills - Integrated technology use into classroom including; establishing classroom blogs, using Engrade with students, and implementing Eno Board as a teaching tool - Worked with Student Government to establish a community centered volunteer program where students went to a local nursing home and did activities with residents and got to know them, and journaled about their experiences to create scrapbooks to give the residents - Worked backstage assisting with Winter Concert Blue Rill Day Camp Summer 2009 –2011 - Developed and implemented theatre curriculum/program for students ages 8-16 including acting workshops developing theatre skills including improvisation, mime, voice, speech and various other skills -Directed performances including a “Glee” musical adapted for camp, a “Hairspray” musical revue, and a “Wicked” musical revue also adapted for camp-age and content appropriate I want to be a tutor for your child because I'd like to assist students who have difficulties in English-related subjects. I believe I have the varied background and interpersonal skills that it takes to succeed at helping students excel. I come from an unusual place because of my varied background in theatre and tend to relate very well to children who may learn in an alternative way. I have creative and unique methods and am happy to work to create a special plan for your child to succeed.
Subject Expertise
9th Grade ReadingPublic SpeakingIntroduction to PoetryIntroduction to FictionEnglishPoetry WritingPersuasive WritingFiction WritingCreative Writing9th Grade Writing8th Grade Writing7th Grade Writing6th Grade WritingCollege Essays8th Grade Reading7th Grade Reading6th Grade Reading5th Grade Writing5th Grade Reading12th Grade Writing12th Grade Reading11th Grade Writing11th Grade Reading10th Grade Writing10th Grade Reading
Availability
Weekdays after 4PM
Can Meet
Up to 20 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
Currently, I am an Adjunct at a Community College and I teach High School English. When I have free time I enjoy reading ( I know, not a surprise), writing poetry, crocheting, crafting, going to hear live music, craft fairs, performing, and spending time with friends and family.
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