Our schools are typically 8- 10 students and they fill up fast.
"Ms. Jones makes school and learning fun. The kids are all so happy and excited to go to school every day. " - Parent of a 2nd grader
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Every child comes to school with unique interests and learns in different ways. Our goal is to understand how each student learns best so we can tailor our teaching to what works for them. With a small class size and personalized instruction, our aim is to make school exciting, memorable, and fun for every child.
“ A teacher affects eternity, she can never know where her influence stops”
– Henry Brooks Adams.
With a Masters in Reading Specialty, I work tirelessly to make sure that students are being taught with the best literacy instruction possible with Social Studies integration. I incorporate all five elements of the Balanced Literacy Framework (Read Aloud, Independent Reading, Shared Reading, Word Study, and Guided Reading) to ensure that students become lifelong readers and writers. Curriculum Experience: Amplify: Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA), Balanced Literacy Framework, Fountas and Pinnell Guided Reading, Literacy World Wide, Jan Richardson, Lucy Calkins Readers Workshop (Teachers College), Lucy Calkins Writers Workshop (Teachers College), Fundations Phonics, Learning without Tears, Wonders, Journeys, Institute of Learning (IFL), Wit and Wisdom, Amplify Social Studies
US History, World History and Field Trips.
Math must be practical and rooted in real life application. Students will become problem-solvers and deep, critical thinkers. Curriculum Experience: Eureka Math, Investigations, Go Math
Science is an opportunity for students to be the leaders of their learning. Students participate in hands-on activities led by student inquiry. Students also complete a number of STEAM based projects that address the state standards and student interests. Curriculum Experience: Amplify Science, Hands on Science
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My education began at Auburn University, where I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Nonprofit Philanthropy Studies. Upon graduation, I joined Teach for America, and began my career in education as a fourth grade teacher in Nashville, Tennessee. My first year in Nashville, I worked at Kirkpatrick Enhanced Option School, where I started a school-wide book club, fundraised and led several field trips, and was featured in The Tennessean for my work with students during Black History Month. I then spent three years teaching at Tom Joy Elementary, where I started another book club for fourth grade students, served on several district-wide curriculum and assessment committees, became a level five teacher, and served as the grade level chair for two years. In the summer of 2020 I moved to New York City, and spent this past year teaching a pod of first and third grade students in Dobbs Ferry, NY. As a pod teacher I selected and modified the curriculum to meet the needs of my students, created innovative projects and lessons, and ensured that all students are ready for the next grade.
My philosophy of teaching is that each student be treated as an individual in my classroom. I believe that each student learns differently, so as a teacher it is my job to know how each individual learns and incorporate multiple teaching methods in order for each student to be successful. I will strive to identify the strengths and the weaknesses of my students. I will challenge them in the areas where they are strong, and I will nurture them in the areas where they can grow. I understand that when a child is one of my students, they are my students even when they are not in my classroom. Because of that, I will do whatever it takes to help them be successful. I believe in my students. I will teach them, and they will learn.
I will implement my philosophy of teaching by always being prepared, always willing to learn, and always using the resources I have to benefit my students. I will use technology, collaborative learning, manipulatives, new and relevant texts, and informative assessments to help students become strategic learners. I also recognize that I cannot do my job to the best of my ability alone. I will include the parents, colleagues, and professional experts to ensure that each of my students will achieve success. While I am the child’s teacher, I recognize the integral role that parents play in education and will do my best to include parents in the education process. I will keep a professional, open relationship with my parents so that they know we are on the same team, fighting for the same thing: their child’s success.
“ A teacher affects eternity, she can never know where her influence stops”
– Henry Brooks Adams.
Educational Beliefs:
Our school makes it easy for students to learn and grow in personalized leaning environments.
Every child comes to school with unique interests and learns in different ways. Our goal is to understand how each student learns best so we can tailor our teaching to what works for them. With a small class size and personalized instruction, our aim is to make school exciting, memorable, and fun for every child.
“ A teacher affects eternity, she can never know where her influence stops”
– Henry Brooks Adams.
Not all students learn the same way. That is why a variety of learning methods are incorporated in our classroom so every child can learn in their own way.
Our founding family is located in
Westchester, NY
and they are looking for more families to join them in this rapidly developing school.
If you're interested in joining us or have any questions please contact us!
My education began at Auburn University, where I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Nonprofit Philanthropy Studies. Upon graduation, I joined Teach for America, and began my career in education as a fourth grade teacher in Nashville, Tennessee. My first year in Nashville, I worked at Kirkpatrick Enhanced Option School, where I started a school-wide book club, fundraised and led several field trips, and was featured in The Tennessean for my work with students during Black History Month. I then spent three years teaching at Tom Joy Elementary, where I started another book club for fourth grade students, served on several district-wide curriculum and assessment committees, became a level five teacher, and served as the grade level chair for two years. In the summer of 2020 I moved to New York City, and spent this past year teaching a pod of first and third grade students in Dobbs Ferry, NY. As a pod teacher I selected and modified the curriculum to meet the needs of my students, created innovative projects and lessons, and ensured that all students are ready for the next grade.
My philosophy of teaching is that each student be treated as an individual in my classroom. I believe that each student learns differently, so as a teacher it is my job to know how each individual learns and incorporate multiple teaching methods in order for each student to be successful. I will strive to identify the strengths and the weaknesses of my students. I will challenge them in the areas where they are strong, and I will nurture them in the areas where they can grow. I understand that when a child is one of my students, they are my students even when they are not in my classroom. Because of that, I will do whatever it takes to help them be successful. I believe in my students. I will teach them, and they will learn.
I will implement my philosophy of teaching by always being prepared, always willing to learn, and always using the resources I have to benefit my students. I will use technology, collaborative learning, manipulatives, new and relevant texts, and informative assessments to help students become strategic learners. I also recognize that I cannot do my job to the best of my ability alone. I will include the parents, colleagues, and professional experts to ensure that each of my students will achieve success. While I am the child’s teacher, I recognize the integral role that parents play in education and will do my best to include parents in the education process. I will keep a professional, open relationship with my parents so that they know we are on the same team, fighting for the same thing: their child’s success.
“ A teacher affects eternity, she can never know where her influence stops”
– Henry Brooks Adams.
Educational Beliefs:
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