maria lan

Assisted art students 6+ in watercolor, drawing and oil painting.

Part time creative photographer at children's photography studio.

* Analyzed students test results to target different learners in Math by creating various flex groups. * Implemented literacy stations involving word building, partner reading and listening station to build fluency. * Planned and created pre and post-tests to study and evaluate the effects of brain-based learning in assessments. * Created and Taught lessons using inquiry based approach for math by using hands on manipulatives

SUMMER 2004, 2006 Minimized behavioral disruptions of children with mental and learning disabilities.

* Technology Grant Recipient-Incorporate technology projects in daily learning through student made videos. * Co-founder of first Knitting and Crocheting after school program for 5th grade students. * Proposed, initiated and helped organize a school wide fundraiser immediately following the Haiti Earthquake * Gathered and analyzed data to better collaborate with grade level team about NJ ASK. * Established a variety of teaching strategies and assessments, developed and maintained daily routines and management plans. * Actively participated during student IEP meetings, and communicated openly with parental concerns. * Maintained strong open lines of communication with parents to help support student learning.

Activities and Societies: Alpha Phi Omega- Class President Healthy Living House- Coordinator and founder Crew Team Leela Dance Troupe