Allison Luta

25 Hunting Spring — Rochester, NY 14624

Phone: 585-269-9503 — E-Mail: am.luta18@gmail.com
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Objective

Obtain a teaching position suited for certification in Childhood/Special Education, Grades K-6

Certifications

New York State Initial Certification in Childhood Education (1-6)

New York State Initial Certification in Special Education (1-6)
New York State Initial Certification in Early Childhood (Birth-2)
New York State Initial Certification in Literacy (B-12)

Education

Master of Science in Reading and Literacy (Birth-12) July 2013 – August 2014
State University of New York at Geneseo
Ella Cline Shear School of Education, NCATE accredited
GPA: 3.79, Dean’s List for all semesters
Received The Diversity Fellowship Program Scholarship

Bachelor of Science in Childhood/Special Education (1-6) September 2009 – June 2013

Minor in Psychology
St. John Fisher College
Ralph C. Wilson School of Education, NCATE accredited
GPA: 3.22, Dean’s List for Spring 2011 and Fall 2011 semesters
Received Today’s Students Tomorrow’s Teachers (TSTT) Scholarship
Received Founders Merit Scholarship

Teaching Experience

6th Grade ELA Teacher September 2016 – Present

Manchester-Shortsville Central School District
• Created and implemented lesson plans designed to improved student’s ELA proficiency while connecting
to the district’s discipline plans and instructional guidelines.
• Managed the classroom environment to promote optimal learning experience for each student.
• Input, tracked, and coordinated grades for approximately 56 students on a daily basis.
• Evaluated and gave feedback to students to assess learning in a variety of ways.
• Communicated and collaborated effectively with team members and fellow staff members.

Long-Term Substitute Reading Teacher February 22 – June 24, 2016

Hilton Central School District
• Created lesson plans to teach a small group of students in grades K-6 using various resources.
• Communicated with other teachers and parents regarding any concerns with student(s).
• Assisted in scoring the ELA Common Core State Standards exam for third grade.
• Traveled between two elementary schools in order to give the most support for all students.
Long-Term Substitute Reading Teacher September 14 – December 16, 2015
Spencerport Central School District
• Created lesson plans to teach a small group of students in grades K-5 using Leveled Literacy Intervention
(LLI) while implementing Common Core State Standards.
• Attended parent conferences, RTI meetings, faculty meetings and professional developments.
• Collaborated with other faculty and staff members in order to successfully support our students.
• Added comments for report cards and keep homeroom teachers informed of students’ progress.

Teacher Assistant September 2014 – June 2015

Churchville-Chili Central School District
• Assist lead teacher in conducting increased learning experience for students.
• Implement classroom core curriculum and instructive programs for children in the absence of the
supervising teacher.
• Tutor students independently or in small groups using Leveled Literacy Intervention (LLI).
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.

Student Teaching Experience

5th Grade, Inclusive Classroom October 29 – December 14, 2012

James P.D. Duffy School #12, Rochester City School District
• Assisted with Guided Reading Groups and ELA Module.
• Solo week for students teaching experience with co-teacher.

1st Grade, Classroom September 3 – October 26, 2012

Fairbanks Road Elementary, Churchville-Chili School District
• Taught full unit plan in Science and Math.
• Solo week for student teaching experience.

Related Experience

Lead Teacher June 2016 – August 2016

Doodle Bugs!, Henrietta
• Demonstrated warmth and affection towards a classroom of 10 toddlers to create a safe environment.
• Guide toddlers through positive language, reinforcement and redirection while implementing Doodle
Bugs’ Bravo! Curriculum.
• Communicated with Teacher Assistant and Center Director of any concerns.

Teaching Internship June 2012 – July 2012

Jack Taylor School in London, England
• Interacted with students, ages 5-19, on their Individual Education Program targets.
• Observed and assisted teachers with classroom techniques that enabled students to remain focused.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Programs, Study Island, Smart Board, iReady, RTIm Direct, EnVision Math Program, Google Drive