Brooke Weinstein
McLean
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with history of fostering positive and engaging classroom environment. Skilled in creating lesson plans that adhere to curriculum standards and stimulate intellectual curiosity among students. Demonstrated ability to employ effective classroom management strategies and integrate technology to enhance learning experiences.
Dedicated student teacher in final year of masters degree and pursuing certification in teaching in the state of Virginia. Familiar with traditional and modern teaching methods and versed in standardized testing. Uses creativity and reflection to develop relationships with students.
Energetic teacher instilling love of learning in students through positive engagement. Effective leader with desire to help each student find success. Develops positive techniques for improving student behavior and manages classrooms to provide productive learning environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
FCPS 4th Grade Teacher
Fairfax County
Vienna, VA
08.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Utilized various educational technologies to facilitate interactive and collaborative classroom environments.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive school community.
Student Teacher
Plains Elementary School
Timberville, Virginia
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Observed teachers and teaching methods to take notes and develop understanding.
- Studied lesson plan impact and made changes to methods to increase effectiveness.
- Studied curricula and faculty handbooks to better understand teacher duties and student expectations.
- Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Worked one-on-one with struggling students to raise GPAs.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
Student Teacher
John Wayland Elementary School
Bridgewater, VA
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Graded tests, quizzes and homework and explained errors for students to correct.
- Adopted different strategies for managing classroom environments and maintaining student discipline.
- Diversified teaching materials and strategies to test methods and understand usefulness of different approaches.
- Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Shadowed classroom teacher to learn current standards and best practices.
- Worked one-on-one with struggling students to raise GPAs.
- Organized and distributed homework, textbooks, classroom supplies and other learning materials.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
- Observed fellow teachers in classroom to improve skills and communication.
- Liaised with teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve student support.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Created lesson plans to address requirements of state curriculum.
- Worked with mentor teacher to plan instructional goals and lesson activities covering required topics.
- Evaluated students to uncover learning deficiencies and devise improvement plans.
- Studied lesson plan impact and made changes to methods to increase effectiveness.
- Promoted calm, disciplined classroom setting for effective learning.
- Pursued opportunities to observe or participate in unique teaching activities to expand horizons and integrate new strategies.
Teacher-Practicum Student
Clymore Elementary School
Fort Defiance, VA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Promoted calm, disciplined classroom setting for effective learning.
- Applied proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate classroom discipline.
- Supervised test-taking within classroom to prevent cheating among students.
- Observed teachers and teaching methods to take notes and develop understanding.
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Worked one-on-one with struggling students to raise GPAs.
- Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created lesson plans to address requirements of state curriculum.
- Marked homework assignments, tests and special projects to communicate grading.
- Designed effective practice lesson plans incorporating various teaching methods to garner results .
- Graded tests, quizzes and homework and explained errors for students to correct.
- Worked with mentor teacher to plan instructional goals and lesson activities covering required topics.
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Studied lesson plan impact and made changes to methods to increase effectiveness.
- Delivered clear, comprehensive instructions to support classwork and projects.
Volunteer
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Harrisonburg, VA
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Created activities to promote patient and sibling development, enhancing outlets for peer interaction, coping and positive interactions.
- Examined how culture impacts the child's daily life
- Discussed home life and promoted importance of child being seen and heard by an adult figure
- Discussed stress point coping techniques, including diversion, distraction and relaxation to help reduce stress and anxiety for families and patients during intrusive procedures.
Camp Counselor
KE Camps
Ijamsville, MD
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Observed participants for signs of physical distress and stopped activity to administer care.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Participated in camp-centered activities, including canoeing, swimming, painting and softball while monitoring up to 30 campers of all ages.
- Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
Teacher-Practicum Student
Young Children's Program
Harrisonburg, VA
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Observed teachers and teaching methods to take notes and develop understanding.
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created lesson plans to address requirements of state curriculum.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Worked with mentor teacher to plan instructional goals and lesson activities covering required topics.
- Shadowed classroom teacher to learn current standards and best practices.
- Evaluated students to uncover learning deficiencies and devise improvement plans.
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
Ice Cream Server
Carmen's Italian Ice
Rockville, MD
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Memorized seasonal menu options and flavors to provide customers with updated information on new items and offerings.
- Provided information to customers regarding ice cream flavors, ingredients and nutritional information.
- Handled cash and credit card transactions quickly and accurately.
- Upsold products to customers and made recommendations based on staff and customer experience.
- Cleaned counters, tables and fountain equipment thoroughly to keep sanitary, following quality checkpoints.
- Suggested new flavors and special offers to management based upon customer input.
- Maintained cleanliness of showcase, lobby and patio area, remaining attentive to trash, tables and chairs.
- Greeted guests pleasantly, discussing specialty flavors and answering allergen concerns.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Local Studies
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2020
High School Diploma -
Thomas Wootton High School
Rockville, MD06-2016
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Reporting requirements
- Group teaching ability
- Test administration
- Student engagement
- Classroom oversight
- Lesson plan development
- CPR/First-aid certified
- Classroom discipline
- Team collaboration
- Knowledge in humanities and social sciences
- Interdisciplinary teaching
- Positive student engagement
- Behavioral/cognitive skills development
- Behavior modification
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Teaching mathematics
Websites
Affiliations
Clymore
JMU Saferides-Executive Board Member (2019-2020)
- Facilitated weekly meetings with engaging and active activities in order to promote a fun bonding environment
- Planned weekly events for team members that coordinated with their schedules, interests, and budgets
- Sent weekly emails to members of organization containing important information for the following week and/or weeks to come
- Attended weekly board meetings to prep materials and finalize plans for upcoming dates
- Ran operations nights and coordinated assignments for 9 general body members
- Communicated with drivers on the road while sending them important pick up and drop off information
- Planned org-wide events each semester that were affordable and diverse
Panel Member-Debate for Civic Learning Institute (September 2019)
- Discussed debate done in a college class with a focus on the topic of religion being taught in school
- Described my personal experience with the debate including thoughts, beliefs, and emotions
- Answered questions about preparation for debate, how to facilitate open/closing statements, research, and outcomes of debate
- Discussed benefits for debate-based pedagogy in classroom
Timeline
FCPS 4th Grade Teacher
Fairfax County
08.2021 - Current
Student Teacher
Plains Elementary School
03.2021 - 06.2021
Student Teacher
John Wayland Elementary School
09.2020 - 03.2021
Teacher-Practicum Student
Clymore Elementary School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Teacher-Practicum Student
Young Children's Program
01.2019 - 05.2019
Camp Counselor
KE Camps
06.2018 - 08.2019
Volunteer
Big Brothers Big Sisters
01.2018 - 03.2020
Ice Cream Server
Carmen's Italian Ice
05.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Local Studies
James Madison University
High School Diploma -
Thomas Wootton High School
Master of Arts - Teaching
James Madison University
Experience
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