Lindsey Powell

9600 Lapp Road

Clarence Center, NY 14032
(716)799-3348
lindsey.powell@daemen.edu
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CERTIFICATION
New York State Initial Certification Early Childhood/Students with Disabilities (Birth-2) August 2017
New York State Initial Certification Childhood Education/Students with Disabilities (1-6) July 2016
New York State Initial Certification Students with Disabilities (7-12) Anticipated May 2018
New York State Initial Extension Gifted Education (P-12) Anticipated May 2018

EDUCATION

St. Bonaventure University; St. Bonaventure, NY Anticipated May 2018

Masters in Differentiated Instruction (Gifted Extension & Students with Disabilities)

Daemen College; Amherst, NY May 2016

Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education/Special Education: Inclusive Childhood Education
Area of Study: Social Studies
Sigma Pi Epsilon Delta - Special Education Honorary
Daemen College Deans List 2013-2016
Magna Cum Laude
Cumulative GPA: 3.52

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teaching Assistant, Mill Middle School, 5th-6th Grade Williamsville, NY
Plan and teach engaging Math lessons that follow the Common Core Modules and support the various
student needs.
Plan and teach engaging ELA lessons that focus on the Common Core Modules, READ 180, System 44,
Lucy Calkins Writing and Code X learning programs.
Push in and pull out students to work on phonics, grammar, reading and writing strategies.
Co-teach and collaborate with staff members, to support students and encourage a positive classroom
environment, specifically in a 15:1:1 ELA and Math classroom.
Plan and teach lessons for Math Lab and AIS math, providing differentiated instruction to meet the
needs of all learners and provide re-engagement lessons for prior module lessons taught.

Special Education Student Teacher, Baker Academy, 2nd-3rd Grade, Cheektowaga, NY Fall 2015
Instruct students in a 6:1:1 self-contained classroom, focusing on behavior management strategies and
academics.
Facilitate positive behavior management techniques, encouraging students to self-monitor behavior
using PBIS.
 Assist students in a small group environment, promoting positive interactions among peers.
Plan and implement lessons aligned to the Baker Academy adopted curriculum, focusing on reading,
writing and mathematics.
Adapt materials and assessments to accommodate student IEPs and behavior plans.

Student Teacher, Clarence Center Elementary School, 5th Grade, Clarence Center, NY Fall 2015
Developed lessons and adapted materials aligning to the NYS Common Core Modules and individual
student needs in an inclusive classroom setting.
Created a learning segment aligned to the NYS ELA Module 1, assisting students with analyzing the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and connecting the UDHR to Esperanza Rising.
Encouraged a positive classroom community and established rapport with students, parents, and staff
members, maintaining a collaborative classroom environment.
Enhanced student engagement through differentiated teaching, incorporating multicultural and diverse
content.
Observed, planned and instructed lessons including opportunities for peer interactions and use of
technology.
Worked and planned collaboratively with classroom teacher and special education provider.

WORK EXPERIENCE

October 2016-Present Teacher Assistant - Substitute Teacher Williamsville, NY

Teacher Assistant/Long Term Substitute
Teacher Assistant in 5th/6th grade at Mill Middle School (April 2017-Current).
Short-term substitute for 5th grade Math and Science at Mill Middle School (March 2017-April 2017).
Long-term substitute (reading specialist) in 5th/6th grade at Mill Middle School (December 2016-March
2017).
Substitute for grades K-6 in Williamsville District (Oct. 2016-December 2016).
Plan and teach engaging, hands on ELA, math, social studies and science lessons that follow the NYS
Common Core Standards.
Assisted in planning and facilitating Lucy Calkins Writing, Units of Instruction.
Collaborate and communicate with 5th/6th grade team members and support staff.
Plan and teach engaging ELA lessons that align with NYS ELA Modules, READ 180, System 44, and
Code X learning programs, while incorporating technology.

September 2015-Present Stutelage Innovations Clarence, NY

Party Planner/Educational Programmer
Teach and organize childrens birthday parties & educational camps.
Organize interactive crafts, games and academic activities aligned to the NYS Common Core.
Create an engaging environment for children during events providing hands on and interactive activities.

June 2014-October 2016 Discovery Kids Child Care Getzville, NY

Pre-School Lead Teacher/After-School Teacher/Teacher Assistant
Plan and prepare lesson plans that address sensory, fine motor skills, reading, writing, and other
academic areas following Creative Curriculum, differentiating to meet student needs.
Implement and teach strategies to help support students self-monitor behavior.
Assist school age students with homework, prepare meals, plan engaging and interactive activities.
 References
Joell Stephens
Reading Specialist/Co-teacher, Mill Middle School
505 Mill Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
Contact: (716) 626-4426
Email: jstephens@williamsvillek12.org

Tara Fiore
Sixth Grade ELA Teacher/Co-teacher, Mill Middle School
505 Mill Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
Work: (716) 574-6840
Email:tfiore@williamsvillek12.org

Lara Kienle
Director, Discovery Kids Learning Center
150 Stahl Road
Getzville, NY 14068
Contact Number: (716) 629-3463
Email: lkienle@thesummitcenter.org

Jennifer Tanski
Fifth Grade Teacher, Clarence Center Elementary
9600 Clarence Center Road
Clarence Center, NY 14032
Work: (716) 407-9150
Email: jtanski@clarenceschools.org