Suzanne Hyslip
Andover
Summary
Experienced educator with a proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies for diverse student populations. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes. Adaptable to changing classroom dynamics, skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy. Brings reliability, creativity, and flexibility to role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
C.W. Morey Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
- Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans for students with communication and specific learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and developmental delays
- Provide warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth
- Implement differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom
- Enhance student learning by incorporating hands-on activities, principles of UDL, visual arts, and music into the curriculum
- Utilize various assessment tools to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly for improved outcomes
ESL Teacher - 3rd/4th Grade
Joseph McAvinnue Elementary School
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Taught all subjects to a 3rd and 4th grade Newcomer class, collaborating with grade-level teams and differentiating district curriculum to develop culturally conscious lessons accessible to ELLs and students with large gaps in their education
- Worked to improve parent involvement and home-school communication as Chair of the Family and Community Outreach Committee
- Collaborated with administrators, social workers, and Parent Liaison to successfully plan and execute several family-focused school-wide events
- Attended training as a member of PBIS and McAvinnue School Core Values PLC; Served as Community Garden Coordinator after successfully completing the Mill City Grows Garden Coordinator Institute
ESL Teacher: SLIFE Program
Waltham Public Schools
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Taught SEI Math and Science, English Literacy and English Language skills to newcomer ELLs with interrupted and/or limited formal education (SLIFE)
- Engaged in collaboration with colleagues as part of a Curriculum Study group to develop a WIDA and Common Core-aligned scope and sequence for the SLIFE Program
- Bridged the gap between home and school through participation in the district-wide Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee; designed and gave monthly presentations in both English and Spanish
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Wellesley Public Schools
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Designed and adapted curriculum, differentiating instruction and modifying materials to accommodate the needs of special education students while also meeting Common Core Standards
- Co-taught English Language Arts and Algebra 2 to students with language-based learning disabilities; planned, created, and delivered lessons targeted to develop reading, writing, and language skills necessary for academic independence and success
- Worked collaboratively with in-house BCBA to create data-driven behavior modification plans; successfully implement plans to improve student conduct and social-emotional development
- Administered academic and diagnostic testing
Education
Master's of Education -
Lesley University
Cambridge, MassachusettsBachelor of Arts -
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PASkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Special education
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Social-emotional learning
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom management
Certification
- Elementary
- Moderate Disabilities
- English as a Second Language
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
C.W. Morey Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
ESL Teacher - 3rd/4th Grade
Joseph McAvinnue Elementary School
08.2016 - 08.2019
ESL Teacher: SLIFE Program
Waltham Public Schools
08.2014 - 08.2016
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Wellesley Public Schools
08.2012 - 08.2014
Master's of Education -
Lesley University
Bachelor of Arts -
Lehigh University
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