Brittany Valentine

2940 Charles Street, Oceanside NY 11572

(516) 780-1952 bv26@buffalo.edu brittanyvalentineportfolio.weebly.com

CERTIFICATION: New York State Teaching Certificate

Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
Early Childhood Education, Birth-2nd Grade (Pending)

EDUCATION: University of Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Masters of Education in Education and Technology
Expected graduation May 2018

State University of New York at Old Westbury, Old Westbury, NY

Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education
Concentration: Biology

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Teacher: Forest Lake Elementary School – Grade 3; September 2017 – Present

 Create and execute student-centered, differentiated learning activities that account for learning preferences,
interests and readiness, which include flexible grouping practices and tiered assignments in math and reading
 Quickly and effectively assess student learning in any subject using strategies to analyze data, modify instruction
and provide immediate effective intervention
 Design and facilitate a culture of thinking and learning with explicit instruction that promotes and makes visible
active, higher-level thinking
 Utilize a developmentally appropriate, step-by-step approach, engaging students in the engineering design process
and empowering them to build their own scientific knowledge
 Develop a classroom environment where students can develop and strengthen their communication skills by
focusing on interpersonal and group communications
 Guide students in developing ideas, gathering information, analyzing data, organizing materials, and crafting
quality pieces of writing

Summer School Teacher: Oceanside UFSD – Grades K-2; July 2017 – August 2017
 Utilized active learning strategies, self-paced and cooperative learning, and open-ended tasks that require 21st
century thinking to engage students and promote self-reliance skills, deeper understanding, greater retention of
knowledge, and increased motivation
 Engaged students in solving real-world problems while they gain critical thinking skills and learn to make
connections across disciplines
 Effectively differentiated instruction in the small group setting for optimal achievement for all students

AIS (Academic Intervention Services) Teacher: South Oceanside Road School #4 – Grades 1-6; January 2017 –
June 2017
 Integrated hands-on, real world activities that highlight critical thinking skills, build authentic understanding and
develop awareness of metacognitive strategies and problem-solving skills
 Designed and implemented blended learning instruction that combines online and in-class resources, leveraging
technology to build an optimal learning environment aligning with district pacing calendars and rigorous
Common Core standards
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 Collaborated with teachers to devise plans of action to holistically meet student needs
 Applied a Growth Mindset approach to develop students’ inner strength, flexibility and ability to overcome
challenges, in order to build resiliency and self confidence
 Established a thriving classroom culture that increases motivation, student participation and maximizes
instructional time

Student Teacher: South Oceanside Road School #4 - Grades 2 and 6, Oceanside NY; Fall 2016
Second Grade
 Implemented a Social-Emotional learning component into instruction, based on the Growth Mindset model and
mood meter responses
 Utilized student-centered learning techniques, as well as targeting Multiple Intelligences in learning through
Interactive Notebooks in all subjects
 Modified curriculum for English Language Learners and at-risk students in the general education classroom by
utilizing various means of demonstration of the objective
 Established acceptable classroom behavior standards by increasing engagement and setting clear expectations of
behavior
 Supported parent involvement through the use of social media communication (Twitter)
 Enrolled in SmartBoard Introduction Professional Development Class

Sixth Grade
 Designed learning segments utilizing Chromebooks to facilitate analysis of complex nonfiction poetry, as well as
generation and revision of poetry
 Supported extra-help with students before, during and after school
 Assessed student learning formally and informally using a variety of assessments and grading rubrics, including
exit tickets through Google forms
 Implemented student activities using collaborative, partner and individual work
 Assisted students with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) program
 Enrolled in Engineering in the Classroom (STEM) Professional Development Class

TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE

Preschool Teaching Assistance: The Little House at Driftwood
 Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate lessons, utilizing interactive exercises
 Coordinated student learning centers utilizing manipulatives

Lead Infant Teacher: Kiddie Academy at Syosset

 Created and coordinated developmentally appropriate lessons, using manipulatives and engaging activities
 Encouraged strong parent-teacher relations by sending home daily reports and maintaining extensive data

Virtual Tutor: Tutor.com

 Virtually mentored and tutored students ranging from elementary school through high school core subjects
 Promoted critical thinking through modified lessons for students

AWARDS & ACTIVITIES

 Led a discussion on Growth Mindset at “Unconference Day” (Oceanside UFSD’s Election Day Professional
Development)
 Kappa Delta Pi Educational Honor Society member
 Dean’s List at SUNY Old Westbury
 University Scholar at Stony Brook University
 Recipient of Scholar High School Diploma, with Honors and membership of National Honor Society, English
Honor Society, Mathematics Honor Society, LOTE Honor Society, Art Honor Society, Science Honor Society
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