Erin Quillen has extensive experience working with students from preschool through 8th grade. She has a Bachelor's degree in Education from West Chester University with a focus on early childhood and special education. Her experience includes student teaching in 4th and 5th grade learning support as well as 3rd grade. She has also held leadership roles as a summer camp director, America Reads site leader, and academic mentor. Erin demonstrates the ability to differentiate instruction, implement behavior management strategies, and collaborate with others including families.
Erin Quillen has extensive experience working with students from preschool through 8th grade. She has a Bachelor's degree in Education from West Chester University with a focus on early childhood and special education. Her experience includes student teaching in 4th and 5th grade learning support as well as 3rd grade. She has also held leadership roles as a summer camp director, America Reads site leader, and academic mentor. Erin demonstrates the ability to differentiate instruction, implement behavior management strategies, and collaborate with others including families.
Erin Quillen has extensive experience working with students from preschool through 8th grade. She has a Bachelor's degree in Education from West Chester University with a focus on early childhood and special education. Her experience includes student teaching in 4th and 5th grade learning support as well as 3rd grade. She has also held leadership roles as a summer camp director, America Reads site leader, and academic mentor. Erin demonstrates the ability to differentiate instruction, implement behavior management strategies, and collaborate with others including families.
Erin Quillen has extensive experience working with students from preschool through 8th grade. She has a Bachelor's degree in Education from West Chester University with a focus on early childhood and special education. Her experience includes student teaching in 4th and 5th grade learning support as well as 3rd grade. She has also held leadership roles as a summer camp director, America Reads site leader, and academic mentor. Erin demonstrates the ability to differentiate instruction, implement behavior management strategies, and collaborate with others including families.
West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA
Bachelor of Science in Education Early grades preparation (Prekindergarten-4th grade) Special education (Prekindergarten-8th grade) Minor in Mathematics GPA: 3.98 Summa Cum Laude Deans List, all semesters in attendance Graduated May 2016
EXPERIENCE
Elementary Learning Support Student Teacher 4th and 5th Grade
March-May 2016 Brandywine Wallace Elementary School, Downingtown, PA Planned and implemented lessons aligned to each students needs outlined in his/her IEP as well as the fourth and fifth grade Common Core State Standards Collaborated with the Learning Support Teacher to create special education documents for students including Re-evaluation Reports and IEPs Participated in IEP meetings to collaborate with families and school staff to create an education plan that would allow students to be successful Implemented research-based strategies designed to help students reach their IEP goals Differentiated instruction to provide for the needs of all students Third Grade Classroom Student Teacher January-March 2016 East Ward Elementary School, Downingtown, PA Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate lessons aligned to Common Core State Standards Incorporated a variety of technology to enhance learning Implemented behavior management techniques to teach social and emotional skills Differentiated instruction to provide for the needs of all students, including students with special needs and students who were gifted America Reads Site Leader September-January 2016 Charles A. Melton Arts & Education Center, West Chester, PA Tutored at-risk elementary school students after school Supervised all West Chester University Federal Work Study students and volunteers Conducted monthly professional development for Federal Work Study students and volunteers to help them improve instruction and enrichment to the students Summer Camp Director June-August 2015 Charles A. Melton Arts & Education Center, West Chester, PA Developed the summer camp curriculum Differentiated instruction for at-risk students considering their diverse needs and age groupings from age 5-12 Trained and supervised all counselors Coordinated local field trips Implemented lessons to target students social, emotional, and academic needs Academic Youth Enrichment Mentor October 2013-May 2015 Charles A. Melton Arts & Education Center, West Chester, PA Tutored at-risk elementary and middle school students after school Supervised other academic coaches to help them provide quality instruction to the students
Child Care Intern
May-August 2013, May-August 2014 Childs Play by the Bay, Lewes, DE Collaborated with lead preschool teacher to plan lessons for children three to five years of age Facilitated a learning environment for young children by strategically providing materials to enhance their play Field Experiences January 2013-May 2015 Various Locations, PA Stetson Middle School, Eighth grade, Philadelphia, PA: Curriculum/Instruction for Students with Disabilities Manoa Elementary School, Fourth grade, Havertown, PA: Reading Practicum Coatesville Head Start, Ages 3-5, Coatesville, PA: Preschool Methods and Field Placement Deveroux Cares, Ages 14-18, Downingtown, PA: Behavior Management Patterson Elementary School, Third grade, Philadelphia, PA: Theory and Field Placement
ORGANIZATIONS
Urban Education Fellowship
Spring 2015-Fall 2015 In conjunction with university faculty, participated in several conferences about social justice and equity in Philadelphia, PA Debriefed conferences and professional readings with professors and other peers in the fellowship regarding cultural diversity in an urban setting Kappa Delta Pi Participated in the local chapter of Kappa Delta Pi, an education honor society Volunteered for several local school events
Fall 2013-Spring 2016
Council for Exceptional Children
Mentored young adults with autism to help with their social and life skills
Fall 2013-Spring 2015
Student Outreach to Urban Schools
Provided enrichment activities for children and youth in Philadelphia, PA