KAYLA ROSSETTI

8 Russell Road Wilmington, MA 01887

kaylar@brandeis.edu (978) 604-2975 (Mobile)

TEACHING CREDENTIALS

Massachusetts Initial Licensure - Elementary Grades 1-6

Expected May 2015

EDUCATION

Brandeis University, Waltham, MA

Expected May 2015
Bachelors of Arts in Sociology
Minors: Teacher Education (Elementary Education)
GPA 3.5, Deans List
Related Coursework: Exploring Teaching, Teaching and Learning Reading in Elementary and Preschools,
The Teaching of English Language Learners: Pre-K to 12, Elementary School Curriculum and Teaching
University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
February 2014 June 2014
IFSA-Butler, Study Abroad Program
Coursework in Sociology and Australian History
Completed an Education-Based Internship at The Sydney Story Factory
CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY

Devices: Elmo, SmartBoard, iClicker, Graphing Calculator, MacBook Pro, iPhone, iPad
Software: Dragon Speak, Prezi, Weebly
EDUCATOR TRAINING EXPERIENCE

Pre Practicum Experiences, Brandeis University

1st Grade, Plympton Elementary School, Waltham, MA
August 2014 Present
Work closely with cooperating teacher to help manage the classroom and execute lessons
Collaborate with administration and guidance to discuss Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Create several interactive lesson plans that align specifically with the Common Core Standards
Lead math intervention groups to support students who were performing below grade level
Evaluate students work during writing workshop and assist with Lucy Calkins Mini-Lessons
Grade weekly math assessments and record scores in math logs
Provide enrichment activities to students performing above grade level in math and reading
Proctor pre and post math assessments to students who cannot complete work in a whole-class setting
Copy and Laminate documents/worksheets for the students to complete throughout the week
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3 Grade ESL Inclusion Classroom, Whittemore Elementary School, Waltham, MA
January 2013 May 2013
2 nd Grade, Zervas Elementary School, Waban, MA
January 2012 May 2012
5 th Grade, Zervas Elementary School, Waban, MA
September 2011 December 2011
Observed teaching methods and specifically focused on methods of differentiation
Completed a comprehensive child study on a focal student
Implemented guided reading groups for children reading below grade level
Reviewed sight words and vowel sounds with ELL students

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ADDITIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCES

KUMON Center of Waltham, Waltham, MA

February 2013 Present
Grader/Senior Assistant/Junior KUMON Instructor
Tutor students under the age of six in reading and math
Train new employees and grade students work
Junior Brandeis Achievers, Waltham, MA
September 2011 Present
Volunteer/Club Leader
Created and implemented lesson plans for a first grade class
Tutor, Wilmington/Waltham, MA
September 2010 Present
General Tutor / ESL Tutoring
Tutor students requiring various learning accommodations
Tiny Tots/Kids Club, Wilmington, MA
June 2009 Present
Teacher Assistant
Assisted lead teacher in the 5 year-old classroom
Collaborated with Program Directors to create themes for each day
Prepared and executed art projects
Chaperoned various field trips to local museums, zoos, and theatres
Set-up and brake down the classroom at the beginning and end of each summer
The Sydney Story Factory, Sydney, Australia
February 2014 June 2014
Intern/Tutor
Tutored children ages 8-12 in creative writing
Completed office work and transcribed interviews
T.I.P.S. Club, Waltham, MA
January 2011 May 2012
Classroom Volunteer
Volunteered as a teachers assistant in a classroom at the Waltham Family Day School
Read stories and completed art projects with students
KUMON Center of Tewksbury, Tewksbury, MA
September 2010 July 2011
Grader/Assistant/Junior KUMON Instructor
Grade papers, prepare students work, and tutor students under the age of six
RELATED EXPERIENCES

Waltham Group, Waltham, MA

June 2012 Present
Junior Brandeis Achievers Coordinator
Collaborate with Brandies Supervisors and Elementary School Administration to run an
afterschool program
Purchase and organize supplies for each club
Review and evaluate lesson plans and weekly notes
Child Care, Wilmington, MA
January 2005 Present
Nanny/Babysitter
Provide childcare for children ages 1-12.
Organize projects and educational activities for the children
SKILLS AND INTERESTS

Language: English (fluent), Spanish (proficient)

Computer: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
Interests: Community Service, ESL Teaching, Sports, Travel, DIY Projects