December 14, 2012 To Whom It May Concern, Jackie Gatto has been a student intern in my second grade, inclusion, classroom since September of this year. During that time, Jackie has demonstrated a commitment to her academic goals and our Lowell School Community. In our daily routine, Jackie increasingly took on more responsibilities until establishing a co-teacher environment. Weekly lessons were collaborated together and we shared teaching in all curricular areas. Her lessons reflected knowledge of state standards while integrating mandated programs of the Watertown Schools. She also provided differentiated instructions to help support student achievement. During our ELA block, Jackie worked with groups for Guided Reading instruction. To prepare for lessons, Jackie previewed text and created student materials that allow for different strands of learning and leveled for ease of student access. She also learned and implemented assessment tools for our first term grading. Through her own initiative, she also co-planned lessons and instructed a large group of second graders during our I/C Block (intervention/ challenge). In addition, Jackie availed herself afterschool for preparing weekly lessons, attended some staff meetings and professional development days. During her placement, Jackie developed a professional rapport with students and staff. She made use of our school resources, including faculty expertise, for extended projects. With her enthusiasm and intuitiveness, she encouraged and guided all students with respect. At this time, Jackie Gatto is prepared for all the duties and responsibilities of teaching and | would, highly, recommend her for a teaching position. As an educator, | would certainly appreciate Jackie as a colleague. Sincerely, Dotty Buonomo Second Grade Teacher J. R. Lowell School Watertown, MA