Delaney Kennedy

• Differentiated Instruction: Developed and implemented differentiated lesson plans to meet the diverse learning needs of students with varying abilities and learning styles, ensuring all students had access to grade-level content.
• Student-Centered Learning: Fostered an engaging, student-centered classroom environment by encouraging active participation, inquiry-based learning, and collaborative group work, empowering students to take ownership of their learning.
• Growth Mindset Promotion: Created a classroom culture that emphasized the importance of effort, perseverance, and learning from mistakes. Used positive reinforcement and strategies to build resilience and encourage a growth mindset among students.
• Formative Assessment: Integrated ongoing formative assessments (such as turn-and-talk, quick quizzes, and exit tickets) to gauge student understanding and adjust instruction in real-time, ensuring students remained on track with learning objectives.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly conducted formative assessments and tracked individual student progress through data collection tools, including observation, assessments, and student work, providing targeted feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Inclusion & Diverse Learners: Employed inclusive teaching strategies to support a diverse classroom population, including students with special needs, English Language Learners, and those from various cultural backgrounds. Adapted materials and resources to ensure equitable access to the curriculum.
• Science of Reading (Heggerty): Implemented the Science of Reading curriculum, including Heggerty phonemic awareness activities, to build foundational literacy skills for early readers. Provided targeted small-group instruction to address students' specific reading needs.
• Collaboration: Worked closely with mentor teachers, administrators, and support staff to coordinate individualized instruction plans, contribute to grade-level planning, and communicate student progress with families.
• Classroom Management: Applied effective classroom management techniques, promoting positive student behavior and creating a safe, respectful learning environment where all students felt valued and supported.
• Reflection and Professional Growth: Engaged in reflective practices through regular feedback sessions with mentor teachers, self-assessment, and professional development workshops to continually improve instructional strategies and teaching effectiveness.

Classroom Observation: Observed and collaborated with a mentor teacher to gain insights into effective teaching strategies, classroom management, and curriculum implementation. Analyzed lesson plans and teaching methods to understand how to meet diverse student needs.
Implementation of Teaching Strategies: Assisted in the implementation of various instructional strategies to support student learning, including differentiated instruction, whole-group, and small-group activities, tailored to the developmental needs of kindergarten students.
Small Group Facilitation: Led small group activities focusing on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning, providing targeted instruction and support to students who required additional guidance to master foundational skills.
Student Engagement: Built positive relationships with students by connecting with them on a personal level, encouraging active participation, and fostering a supportive, inclusive classroom environment where each child felt valued and heard.
Classroom Community Building: Played an integral role in fostering a strong classroom community by promoting cooperation, respect, and empathy among students. Encouraged students to engage in group activities and practice social skills in a collaborative environment.
Learning Support and Differentiation: Assisted in the creation and adaptation of lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with varying academic abilities and developmental stages. Provided one-on-one and small-group support for students requiring additional attention.
Classroom Management: Assisted the mentor teacher in implementing classroom management strategies to maintain a positive and productive learning environment, ensuring students were engaged and well-behaved during activities.

• Cultivated strong relationships with parents, ensuring open communication regarding their child''s progress and needs.
• Managed daily schedules for children, including meals, playtime, homework assistance, and bedtime routines.
• Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive physically, emotionally, and mentally.
• Enhanced children's emotional well-being by implementing age-appropriate activities and routines.
• Resolved conflicts between siblings or peers by employing effective problem-solving techniques promoting harmonious relationships.

• Delivered exceptional service even under high-pressure situations, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
• Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
• Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.

• Independent Lesson Planning: Designed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate music lesson plans for students across multiple grade levels, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards and fostering student interest in music education.
• Instructional Delivery: Delivered hands-on music lessons focusing on rhythm, melody, and basic music theory. Incorporated interactive activities such as singing, movement, and listening exercises to create an engaging learning environment.
• Classroom Management: Maintained a positive and productive classroom environment by using clear expectations, consistent routines, and proactive behavior management strategies. Ensured all students were engaged and on-task during activities.
• Adaptability: Quickly adapted to the needs of different grade levels and student abilities, adjusting lesson plans and instructional strategies as necessary to ensure all students could participate and succeed.