Learning With Leslie

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New York, New York, United States

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I have taught both public and private school for seventeen years. I am certified in gifted and talented education. I have an extensive background in art & design. My creativity is infused into all aspects of my teaching.

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Writing Partner Progression- Goal Setting for New Year

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Use this sheet for partners to give feedback and help set goals for the new year. No fail lesson!

2nd - 8th

Writing, Writing-Essays

Literary Bookmark~ Close Reading

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Learning With Leslie

Use this book mark during literary essay or test prep work for coding the text during "close reading." 3 per page-cut and laminate or copy onto card stock.

3rd - 9th

Close Reading

Self Assessment

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Learning With Leslie

Students complete this form prior to grading and parent conferences. This works well with the parent conference grid form sold separately.

2nd - 6th

Balanced Literacy

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Experience

Teaching style

I implement the TCRWP program, teaching in mini lessons, partner work, small group and inquiry studies.

Awards & shining teacher moments

• Corporation for National Service-Americorps Award (6/02, 6/03) • The New York City Teaching Fellows-Fully compensated Master’s program (6/01-8/03)

My own education history

EDUCATION 7/14-8/14 Hunter College, Advanced Certification, Gifted & Talented Education New York, NY Special Education, Grades K-12 2001-2003 Hunter College, Master’s in Education, Summa Cum Laude, September 2003 New York, NY 1979-1983 Syracuse University, School of Visual and Performing Arts Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major -Surface Pattern Design, May 1983 Syracuse, NY LICENSES New York State Permanent Certification, Grades Pre K-6 September 2004 New York City Department of Education, Teacher of Common Branch Subjects, Grades 1-6

Additional biographical information

I am a mother of a fourth grade gifted and talented student who attends a public school in New York City. I am a trained writing coach for The Future Problem Solving organization. I currently teach third grade~ gifted and talented students. I integrate test preparation into all facets of the school day. My students have consistently come in the top 5 schools in New York State.