Elizabeth Sawicki

Schooling

Patchogue-Medford High School

Class of 2008

Schooling

Sacred Heart University - Class of 2012

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Sacred Heart University - Class of 2013

Masters of Arts in Elementary Education

Certifications

Certifications

State of Connecticut

Initial Educator Certificate

Elementary Education

Valid through June 2022

New York State

Initial Educator Certificate

Elementary Education

Valid through March 2022

Experience

Student Teaching

Grade 2

2013

Darien, CT

Instructional Assistant

Grade 3

2013-2014

Greenwich, CT

Years of Experience

Fourth Grade General Education Teacher

ICT Setting

Grade 4

2014-Present

Brooklyn, NY

Lesson Planning

Whole Class Instruction

Integrated Co-Teaching Setting

- Class size: 25-31 students per class

- Review or Do Now

- Mini-Lesson and Discussion: Whole group instruction on carpet for technology based mini-lesson and discussion

- ∫Conferring & Coaching: Use independent practice to address individual misconceptions and drive home key takeaway (based on student performance during previous lessons, confusion during mini-lesson, or noticeable misunderstanding while circulating)

- Debrief: Whole group discussion on carpet about objective of lesson and what was learned

- Exit Ticket: Given and checked daily to make necessary changes to next lesson

- Homework: Mirrors skills and strategies taught in the classroom for the week

Tier 1 Instruction

Classroom Management

I strongly believe in the power of the Responsive Classroom approach.

I help students become well-rounded citizens by:

- Promoting the classroom as a place for fun and growth

- Planning and executing morning meeting and closing circle that address the needs of the class

- Building strong relationships with students inside and outside the classroom

- Teaching core academics with engaging inquiry based lessons

- Using consistent language to reinforce positive behaviors

- Creating class rules as a community

- Using logical consequences so students grow from their mistakes

- Developing social skills and body movement through energizers, talk time, buddy lunches, and more!

Classroom

Management

Special Education Differentiation

Special Education

Differentiation

I address the needs of students with Individualized Learning Plans by:

- Creating summary sheets to be well versed in their individual goals and accommodations

- Small group instruction during independent work time (based on objective or skill level)

- Chunking and scaffolding information

- Modifying the presentation of materials

- Using student friendly graphic organizers

- Providing and building background knowledge

- Providing wait time after asking a question or giving directions

- Creating inclusive seating arrangements (ie: proximity to board or next to a buddy/partner)

- Using math manipulatives

- Giving precise feedback

- Creating a calm down corner

ENL Differentiation

ENL

Differentiation

I use the following supports to help students who speak English as a second language:

- TPR (Total Physical Response)

- Wait time

- Visuals

- Providing background knowledge on new subjects

- Group work

- Highlighting their culture and making connections

- Sentence starters

Family Involvement

Building partnerships with families is key! I build relationships by:

- Writing a personal note home each week with homework

- Positive monthly phone call

- Creating and sending home a monthly newsletter

- Inviting parents into the class for presentations and special activities

- Creating and distributing resources for helping their children at home

- Answering and responding to calls and emails within 24 hours

Family

Involvement

Grade Team Leader

- Facilitated grade level meetings to discuss upcoming events, deadlines, and to increase morale of team

- Created weekly homework packets based on the standards taught the previous week

- Planned field trips that aligned to the school values and curriculum

- Created grade wide newsletters to inform parents about upcoming events, assignments, tests, and provided strategies to promote learning at home

- Served a role model for the team and lead by example

- Helped colleagues problem solve and troubleshoot issues within their classrooms

Grade Team Leader

Mentor Teacher

- Coached and mentored novice teachers

- Created an instructional and cultural gradual release trajectory for teaching fellows to ensure readiness and confidence while leading a class

- Planned and facilitated weekly coaching meetings to grow the fellows practice

- Acted as a sounding board for concerns while teaching independently

- Reviewed and revised lesson plans

Mentor Teacher

Teacher Leader

- Planned and facilitated Math Workshop planning and development meetings to strengthen teacher practice and student achievement

- Observed fourth grade teachers during math blocks and provided feedback

- Created all math materials and review packets

- Analyzed class and grade data to plan meetings and lessons

- Worked closely with leadership team to develop action plans for specific teachers and students

Teacher Leader

Data Speaks

Contact Information

Elizabeth.Sawicki11@gmail.com

(631) 740-4690