MOIRA ASTRID HOWEE
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Positive, upbeat, and dedicated to fostering dynamic learning environment. Possesses foundational knowledge in business principles and adept at utilizing technology and innovative teaching methods. Capable of inspiring students to achieve academic and professional success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced classroom efficiency using technology tools such as online grading systems, digital presentations, and collaborative software platforms.
- Prepared students for future careers by teaching them Google Applications, such as Google Docs, and effective business writing.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure every student''s success in grasping course material.
- Improved student writing abilities through targeted feedback on assignments, demonstrating clear expectations for improvement.
- Assessed student progress effectively by designing and administering comprehensive exams, quizzes, and projects.
English/ESOL Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
09.2002 - 09.2024
- Developed syllabi and lesson plans for Sheltered English 2, 3, and 4, ELD 1 and ELD 2;
- Differentiated English Curricula;
- Taught and developed lesson plans;
- Collaborated with content teachers to make content accessible for ELL students
Reading Allowed Afterschool Program
Wilson Reading System
02.2024 - Current
- Administered pre- and post-WADE assessments;
- Developed lesson plans to teach concepts;
- Used data from previous lessons to address weaknesses;
- Taught steps of the Wilson Reading System
ESY Teacher
Chester County Intermediate Unit
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Chose and created materials to help students meet ESY goals;
- Progressed monitor;
- Taught students metacognitive strategies to master ESY goals;
- Used behavior management strategies to manage challenging behaviors
Private Tutoring
Wilson Reading Systems & Fundations Level 2
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Administered WADE and End of Step 1 assessments;
- Developed lesson plans to teach concepts;
- Used data from previous lessons to address weaknesses;
- Taught steps of the Wilson Reading System and Fundations
Independent Contractor ESY Teacher
Easterseals
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Helped students complete assignments and monitor progress
Saturday School English Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Selected and developed materials and activities;
- Taught English 2, Spanish 1 & 2, and Drama;
- Maintained grade book and attendance
English Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
09.2006 - 09.2013
- Taught electives, including Reading, Drama, and Foundations of Education;
- Analyzed results of English 2 Benchmark tests and wrote Protocol Data Analysis;
- Administered Scholastic Read 180 and SRA Corrective Reading Intervention;
- Developed AP Language and Composition Syllabus and taught AP Language and Composition;
- Member of Franklin High School Leadership team providing input to improve school climate and instruction;
- Developed Gifted Individualized Educational Plans, GIEPs, for Mentally Gifted students
Spanish Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Developed syllabi and lesson plans for Spanish 1 and 2;
- Used Comprehensible Input and Total Physical Response Storytelling to engage and motivate students to learn Spanish;
- Created activities involving different modalities
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing in foreign languages.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Created a supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing creative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
Teacher of the Gifted
School District of Philadelphia
09.2010 - 09.2011
- Helped create the curriculum for gifted support and developed Gifted Individualized Educational Plans, GIEPs, for Mentally Gifted students
Special Education Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
09.1996 - 09.2014
- Developed syllabi and lesson plans for Spanish 1 and 2;
- Used Comprehensible Input and Total Physical Response Storytelling to engage and motivate students to learn Spanish;
- Created activities involving different modalities
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA08.2024
Dyslexia Certification - Wilson Reading System
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA12.2023
M.ED - Special Education
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA02.1996
Bachelor of Science - French With A Minor in Linguistics
Georgetown University
Washington, DC05.1993
High School Diploma -
Philadelphia High School For Girls
Philadelphia, PA 06.1989
Skills
- Technology Integration
- IEP, ER, GIEP Development
- Multimodal Instruction
- Creation of Instruction Materials
- Classroom Management
- Small group instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Instructional strategies
- Progress monitoring
- Multisensory teaching
Accomplishments
Assisted a student who knew about four letters to be able to decode and encode multisyllabic words.
- Collaborated with team of teachers and reading specialist to create a student writing handbook, which included a student's friendly version of the Pennsylvania Writing Rubric.
- Earned a Level I Wilson Reading System Certification.
Certification
Pennsylvania Level II Certifications:
English 7-12
Mid-Level English 6-9
French PK-12
English as a Second Language(ESL) PK-12
Mentally and/or Physically Handicapped K-12
Spanish K-12
Reading Specialist PK-12
English Designation Grades 4-8
Bus-Computer-Info Tech PK-12
Computer Science 7-12
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Business Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
08.2024 - Current
Reading Allowed Afterschool Program
Wilson Reading System
02.2024 - Current
ESY Teacher
Chester County Intermediate Unit
06.2023 - 07.2024
Private Tutoring
Wilson Reading Systems & Fundations Level 2
05.2023 - 04.2024
Independent Contractor ESY Teacher
Easterseals
06.2021 - 08.2022
Saturday School English Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
11.2018 - 06.2019
Spanish Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
08.2017 - 08.2020
Teacher of the Gifted
School District of Philadelphia
09.2010 - 09.2011
English Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
09.2006 - 09.2013
English/ESOL Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
09.2002 - 09.2024
Special Education Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
09.1996 - 09.2014
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Saint Joseph's University
Dyslexia Certification - Wilson Reading System
Drexel University
M.ED - Special Education
Temple University
Bachelor of Science - French With A Minor in Linguistics
Georgetown University
High School Diploma -
Philadelphia High School For Girls
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