Gabrielle Trojan
McKees Rocks
Summary
Professional educator with hands-on classroom experience and strong foundation in educational methodologies. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment and adaptable to evolving educational needs. Demonstrates exceptional skills in lesson planning, student assessment, and classroom management. Known for reliability and results-driven approach to teaching and learning.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher Second Grade
Pittsburgh Public School District
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Learning Support Student Teacher 3rd-5th
Pittsburgh Public School District
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Moon Area School District
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Montour School District
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Special Education Student Teacher
Chartiers Valley Middle School
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students by fostering an inclusive classroom culture that valued respect, empathy, and collaboration.
- Implemented research-based interventions designed specifically for students with learning disabilities, resulting in increased academic success.
- Improved student comprehension through the use of visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-world examples.
- Contributed to a positive school climate by participating in staff meetings, committee work, and community outreach initiatives.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Pittsburgh Public School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Reported back to faculty advisor about personal progress, identifying areas for improvement and making plans for enhanced progress.
- Improved teaching abilities by closely monitoring teaching methods and impacts and implementing viable changes to curriculum and teaching methods.
- Supported lead teachers in daily tasks such as attendance records, test administration and behavioral enforcement.
- Explained class material to children under supervision from teacher.
Education
Masters of Education - Early Childhood And Special Education
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
Certification
Safety Care Certified
Timeline
Student Teacher Second Grade
Pittsburgh Public School District
01.2025 - 04.2025
Learning Support Student Teacher 3rd-5th
Pittsburgh Public School District
08.2024 - 12.2024
Special Education Student Teacher
Chartiers Valley Middle School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Moon Area School District
12.2023 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Montour School District
12.2023 - 08.2024
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Pittsburgh Public School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
Safety Care Certified
Masters of Education - Early Childhood And Special Education
University of Pittsburgh
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