​                                                                                                              Christine P. Yodice
                                                                                                              3156 Jeffries Road
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                                                                                                                                                       (516) 398-7370
                                                                                                   cprkids3156@gmail.com
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​Objective: To obtain a position as an Elementary School Teacher in which I can apply my extensive experience in Elementary and Special Education.
 
Professional Experience
Abbey Lane Elementary School – Levittown UFSD                                                                            Levittown, NY
9/17 - Present   Leave Replacement Teacher/Permanent Substitute – Various Grades

• Served as a remote third grade teacher and remote kindergarten teacher.
• Utilized Google Classroom to implement meaningful lesson plans for both whole group and small group tiered instruction.
• Created and used various digital resources, including Google Suite, Seesaw, Flipgrid, Nearpod, Kahoot, Quizizz, Class Dojo, and Whiteboard.fi.
• 2nd grade general education teacher in an ICT setting.
• 2nd and 5th grade ICT special education teacher.
• Co-Teacher in charge of Abbey Action News, a weekly student news program.
• Participated in production and performance of Abbey Lane Variety Show.
• Mentored children in Abbey Lane Mentoring Program.
• Permanent substitute in various grades, settings, and special areas.

 
 
M.F. Stokes Elementary School – Island Trees UFSD                                                                          Levittown, NY
9/97 – 6/04       Kindergarten Teacher

• Taught children all aspects of kindergarten curriculum.
• Designed and implemented lessons to meet the needs of all students.
• Assessed educational, therapeutic, and socialization needs of students.
• Coordinated with staff and parents to address such needs.
• Recorded and reported on student progress and made recommendations as necessary.
• Assisted in the Special Education Inclusion program.
• Planned and participated in Kindergarten Orientation for incoming parents and students.
• Attended professional development presentations and faculty meetings.
• Founded and moderated Creative Writing Club for 4th grade students.
• Taught ELA preparation class for 3rd and 4th grade students.
• Participated as a member of the school’s interview committee.
• Mentored a student teacher.

 
M.F. Stokes Elementary School – Island Trees UFSD                                                                          Levittown, NY
1997 – 2000     Math Teacher (Summer YES Program)

• Taught math to 3rd grade students attending summer YES program.
• Reinforced skills taught during the school year through interactive games and cooperative group activities and lessons.

Other Experience      
Deanna’s Day Care (NYS Licensed)                                                                                                    Bohemia, NY
9/11 – 6/17       Teacher

• Developed and implemented curriculum for 2, 3, and 4-year old children, including reading, writing, math, and socialization skills.
• Prepared children for kindergarten.
• Planned and led age-appropriate projects and activities.
• Assisted in care of children, toddlers, and infants.
• Completed required training.

 
9/96 - Present   Independent Tutor
                        Tutored elementary students in major subject areas in a one-on-one setting.

• Assessed skill and performance levels of students to determine appropriate tutoring plan.
• Assisted with homework and test preparation; worked to impart applicable study skills.

 
Certifications/Awards/Recognition

• Google Certified Educator Level 1
• Levittown School District – Unsung Hero
• Founder’s Day Award – Island Trees School District Teacher of the Year
• Included in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers
• NYS Certified Teacher – N-6 (Regular and Special Education)
• NYS Certified Teacher –Birth-3 (Early Intervention)

 
EducationSt. Joseph’s College                                                                                                                              Patchogue, NY
Master of Arts – Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Special Education
Bachelor of Arts – Elementary and Special Education (Dual Certification)
 
References: Furnished upon request.