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Years teaching at Aleph Bet: 16
Currently teaching: 1st–2nd grade general studies, K–5th PE, and serves as Technology coordinator
Proudest teaching moment: “Roughly nine years ago I had a student who was struggling with several severe learning and behavioral issues. I began tutoring her in reading after school when she was in first grade and formed a wonderful connection with her. When she moved into my second grade class our relationship grew as I continued to accommodate her as much as possible. Despite all of the accommodations, by the end of the year it was clear that she needed more. I encouraged her parents to seek a school that could offer her more. I continued my relationship with her family and six years later I attended her middle school graduation. In her speech she thanked me for not giving up and helping her to find an environment where she could learn and thrive.”
Teaching philosophy: “Versatility and differentiation are the two core values that drive my professional life. I thrive in an environment where I can teach a variety of subjects and adapt my instruction to meet the individual needs of my students.”
Toughest challenge facing educators: “Funding for sure. There are so many resources available today that could make a huge difference in the classroom, but schools work on such tight budgets, it is often impossible to attain the resources we need for our students. Two years ago, I helped to raise funds for the school through my PE program’s Track-a-Thon to purchase a climbing wall for our gym. This year the money was allotted for a Promethean smart board. I also initiated a holiday shopping bizarre this year to help raise funds and community awareness of our wonderful school.”
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The Alpert Family Aleph Bet Jewish Day School, Annapolis
Years teaching at Aleph Bet: 16
Currently teaching: 1st–2nd grade general studies, K–5th PE, and serves as Technology coordinator
Proudest teaching moment: “Roughly nine years ago I had a student who was struggling with several severe learning and behavioral issues. I began tutoring her in reading after school when she was in first grade and formed a wonderful connection with her. When she moved into my second grade class our relationship grew as I continued to accommodate her as much as possible. Despite all of the accommodations, by the end of the year it was clear that she needed more. I encouraged her parents to seek a school that could offer her more. I continued my relationship with her family and six years later I attended her middle school graduation. In her speech she thanked me for not giving up and helping her to find an environment where she could learn and thrive.”
Teaching philosophy: “Versatility and differentiation are the two core values that drive my professional life. I thrive in an environment where I can teach a variety of subjects and adapt my instruction to meet the individual needs of my students.”
Toughest challenge facing educators: “Funding for sure. There are so many resources available today that could make a huge difference in the classroom, but schools work on such tight budgets, it is often impossible to attain the resources we need for our students. Two years ago, I helped to raise funds for the school through my PE program’s Track-a-Thon to purchase a climbing wall for our gym. This year the money was allotted for a Promethean smart board. I also initiated a holiday shopping bizarre this year to help raise funds and community awareness of our wonderful school.”
