Kerry Alter

kalter@paterson.k12.nj.us

Prole
Mature and professional teacher who adapts to new situations and technologies with ease. Adept at lesson planning and classroom management.

Education
University of New England, Bidderford, Maine 2011 - 2013 University of of Maine, Orono, Maine 1989 - 1993 Ridgewood High school, Ridgewood, New Jersey 1985 - 1989

Experience
Third Grade Teacher, Charles J. Riley ScHool Paterson, NJ Sept. 2000 - current - Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects. - Observe and assess student performance and kept thorough records of progress. - Set and communicate ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility. - Implement a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations. Third Grade Teacher, St. Marys School Dumont, NJ Sept. 1999 - June 2000 - Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards. - Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra assistance. - Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction. Instructional Assistant, Ridge School Ridgewood, NJ Sept. 1998 - June 1999 - Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics. - Employed a wide variety of ction and non-ction textual materials to encourage students to read independently. - Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks. Assistant to the director, Center for environmental research and conservation, Columbia University, NY, NY sept. 1995 - June 1998 - Scheduled Board of Directors meetings and assisted with meeting materials and agendas. - Collaborated with other administrative team members, human resources and the nance department on special projects and events. Completed various other administrative tasks. Substitute Teacher, Lower Cape Cod School, MA Sept. 1998 - June 1999 - Managed classrooms of 20 to 30 Students during the absence of assigned teachers. - Tutored children individually and in small groups to help them with difcult subjects.

Kerry Alter

kalter@paterson.k12.nj.us

Core Competencies
Creative Lesson Planning Curriculum Development Instructional Best Practices Standardized Testing / Scoring Learner Assessment Experiential Learning Special Needs Students / IEPs Classroom Management & Discipline INTERESTS Hiking * Pilates/Yoga * Animals * Reading * Researching * Photography * Music * Cooking References Available upon Request