Mrs. Renée Howard

624 Purce St, Hillside, NJ 07205
(917) 660-6062
ReneeHoward2019@gmail.com

 

Objectives

Enthusiastic Middle School Math Teacher commits to creating an atmosphere that encourages productive learning of basic mathematical concepts. Especially adopting and determining students’ strengths and weaknesses, building interactive lessons, as well as utilizing technology. Specialize in establishing and implementing flexible lessons that adhere to the Common Core Mathematical Standards and New Jersey Student Learning Standards. 

  

Education:

Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, New York, NY, May 2000

Master of Science, Organizational Leadership

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Fisk University, Nashville, TN, May 1991

Bachelor of Science, Physics

 

Achievements: 

Honeywell Educators Space Academy June 2018, US Space and Rocket Command, Huntsville, Alabama

Jersey City Public Schools “Teacher of the Year”,2016 - 2017

Governor's Educator of the Year Program, 2016 - 2017

Jersey City Public Schools Mathematics Curriculum & Assessment Committee, 2016 - 2018

Fred W. Martin Math Coach, 2016 - 2018

 

Experience:

 Middle School Math Teacher, Jersey City Public Schools, March 2004 - Present

• Taught sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade mathematics, as well as Algebra  

• Infuse technology into lesson planning and instruction.

• Work collaboratively with inclusion teachers, colleagues, specialists, and administrators.

• Incorporated technology through the use of Chromebooks, SMARTBOARD, IPADS, graphing calculators, and various educational apps. 

• Generated spreadsheets and graphs to analyze data and tailor lessons to meet individual student needs. 

• Effectively communicate with parents and guardians.

• Effectively manage the classroom environment

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Middle School Math Teacher, Dr. Susan McKinney School of the Arts, Brooklyn, NY,  February 2001 - 2004

• Develop focus groups to provide institutional learning for low-performing students.

• Work independently with students to ensure adequate preparation for New York State Math Regent Exams.

• Prepare lessons that consist of a discovery approach to promote learning as well as the traditional approach.

• Interacted with students to build a solid foundation in mathematics to equip them for advancement with other subject matters outside of math.

• Participated in weekly department and district-level developmental meetings.

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Account Manager, Group Health Insurance, New York, NY, April 1995 – January 2001 

• Managed and processed health insurance benefits account for small business.

• Delegated and prioritized daily tasks and trained staff.

• Served as a mediator to existing accounts during open enrollment. 

• Researched and resolved outstanding small business accounts.

• Prepared monthly statistical reports for the Vice President of Membership and Senior Management Personnel.

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Math Teacher, Science Skills High School | Brooklyn, NY , September 1991 – March 1995 

• Coordinated after-school programs to promote higher learning.

• Developed fundamental learning techniques to encourage mathematical interest.

• Worked independently with students in day and after school enrichment programs in preparations for the New York State Math Regents Examinations.

• Formulated lesson plans and progress reports emphasizing how math is connected to everyday life.

• Advisor for the Annual Mathematics Fair