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Christie Merrick

Christie Merrick

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Student Teacher Massapequa Public Schools

  • Education

    • Hofstra University

      2014 - 2016
      Master’s Degree Special Education and Teaching, Inclusive Secondary Special Ed- Grades 7-12 3.88

      As a graduate student at Hofstra University, I have been given a multitude of hands on opportunities in the field of education. Not only have I learned through case studies and research in the classroom, but also through field experiences and participant observations. Through implementing New York State based standards and skills into the classroom and learning them in depth, I have come to a better understanding of what is expected in the classroom both as a general educator and special… Show more As a graduate student at Hofstra University, I have been given a multitude of hands on opportunities in the field of education. Not only have I learned through case studies and research in the classroom, but also through field experiences and participant observations. Through implementing New York State based standards and skills into the classroom and learning them in depth, I have come to a better understanding of what is expected in the classroom both as a general educator and special educator. Research based practices are highly focused on as are activity based lesson plans that encourage student to student interaction instead of teacher led discussions. Show less

    • Hofstra University

      2014 - 2016
      Master’s Degree Middle School Extension

      Extension on Secondary Inclusive Social Studies Degree

    • Siena College

      2010 - 2014
      Bachelor’s Degree History, Writing and Communications

      Activities and Societies: Best Buddies Pi Gamma Mu Siena College Transition Program

  • Experience

    • YMCA

      Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
      Senior Counselor

    • Eastern Suffolk BOCES

      Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
      Teacher Aide

      As a teacher aide at Eastern Suffolk BOCES I was responsible for the well-being of a severely disabled student. I worked with a student who was considered very low-functioning and was nonverbal therefore I was required to learn strategies that were implemented in said students Behavior Intervention Plan and IEP. I was also required to learn how to communicate using the PEC system and how to appropriately handle the student when they became violent. I stayed with the student all day and took him to specials, any services they received, and lunch. I was responsible for this student academically, behaviorally, emotionally, and socially. Show less

    • Great Neck Public Schools

      Oct 2014 - Jun 2015
      Teacher Assistant

      As a teacher aide in the Great Neck School District, I am responsible for working with a student who needs special attention. My job is create and maintain a meaningful, trusting relationship with the student and to ensure they get the maximum benefit of what is being taught in class. I provide this individual with special attention and use specific educational tools so they can meet their goals effectively. I am responsible not only to help this student academically but also behaviorally, socially, and personally. Show less

    • C2 Education

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Tutor

      Tutor students on the new SAT and AP tests.

    • North Shore High School

      Sept 2015 - now
      Substitute Teacher

    • Massapequa High School

      Oct 2015 - now

      Hofstra University implements a policy of hands-on education. Prior to student teaching, all students are required to do fifty hours of participant observing. This differs from typical observations because the participant observer is required to devise and implement lesson plans alongside the cooperating teacher, teach mini-lessons and full lessons, and reflect on strengths and weaknesses. This aids in helping the student learn how to be a successful educator and reflect on their work to better themselves. Show less

      • Student Teacher

        Jan 2016 - now

      • Participant Observer

        Oct 2015 - now

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Social Studies 7-12

    • Students With Disabilities - Grades 7-12 - Generalist

    • Students With Disabilities - Social Studies (Grades 7-12 )

    • EFSET EXPRESS High Proficiency (CEFR C1/C2)

      EF Education First
      May 2015
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Christie Merrick
      Presidential Scholar Siena College Sep 2010

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer coordinator

      Issued by Berner Middle School on Jan 2016
      Berner Middle SchoolAssociated with Christie Merrick

    • Supervisor

      Issued by Siena College Transition Program on Oct 2013
      Siena College Transition ProgramAssociated with Christie Merrick