ARTS ACADEMY Se ELEMENTARY CHARTER SCHOOL October 2018 ‘To Whom It May Concern: It is my sincere pleasure to provide a letter of recommendation for Jamie (Wisniewski) Miller, a Third Grade teacher at the Allentown Arts Academy Elementary Charter School. Mrs. Miller began teaching at AAECS in September of 2015, the year our school opened. During her tenure, Jamie has proven herself to be an exceptional educator and valued team member. She presents herself as a quiet force in the classroom with a strong management system, assuring student success in all endeavors. To support student transition to the upper elementary level, Jamie designs lessons that encourage independence and focus on preparing her group for the challenges ahead, including thelr first state testing experience. Jamie interacts cooperatively with all faculty and staff, and shines as a leader for the Third Grade team. She works tirelessly with her grade level teammates to ensure appropriate delivery of curriculum. As needed, she assists teammates with questions about curriculum and lesson planning/presentation. Jamie also was a member of our Science Committee and co-wrote the Science curriculum based on the Next Generation Science Standards. Mrs. Miller approaches her profession in a manner reflecting an educator with significantly more experience. She realizes that teaching is more than an 8-4 job, working to improve her craft year-round, seeking creative ways to reach all her students. And, not surprisingly, all experience academic growth under her guidance. As one might expect of a much more seasoned educator, Mrs. Miller’s classroom atmosphere is designed to be a perfect balance: warm and inviting yet challenging to all who enter. She is clear in her expectations and her students respond accordingly. Parents of students enrolled in Mrs. Miller's classroom are consistently appreciative of the individual attention she gives to each of their children and the support she provides for the families. Interactions with family members are cordial, yet honest. If there is a problem that a family member may be able to assist with, Mrs. Miller seeks out thelr advice and addresses the issue appropriately. Without reservation, I would recommend Jamie Miller for a teaching position in your school. ‘She possesses all the qualities to continue to grow as a successful educator, Respecttuly, §—_ / Nene nf Nancy Hot Principal