Jennifer A.

Sullivan
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 508-815-7171

EDUCATION
Boston College- Lynch School of Education, Chestnut Hill, MA
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction Expected Graduation 8/19
Specialization in Autism Spectrum Disorder
B.A. Major: Elementary Education and Applied Psychology & Human Development Spring 2018
Lynch School Award for Academic Excellence and Outstanding Performance in his/her Field
Placement

LICENSURE
Massachusetts Certification, Elementary grades 1-6 3/19
• Satisfies Massachusetts’s requirements for skills and knowledge necessary to teach grades 1-6.
SEI Endorsement 3/19
• Satisfies Massachusetts’s requirements to serve English Language Learners in all core academic areas
Early Education and Care (EEC) Professional Qualifications Certification Pending
• Satisfies Massachusetts’s guidelines for skills necessary for teaching children from 3-8 years old.
Teaching English Language Learners (TELL) Certificate Program, Boston College Expected 8/19
• Satisfies Massachusetts’s guidelines for skills for teachers of English Language Learners.

PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Baker Elementary School- Teaching Assistant, Brookline, MA Fall 2016 & 2017
Second Pre-Practicum and Full Practicum experience in a third grade general classroom
• Differentiated class work, homework, and instruction for a diverse range of learners including English
Language Learners and students on IEPs using UDL (Universal Design for Learning) lesson plans.
• Carried out Responsive Classroom practices by directing morning meetings and reinforcing the CARES
principles on a daily basis.
• Created an inquiry focus to learn about the effects of growth mindset on students with learning
disabilities in their math learning based off Jo Boaler’s Mathematical Mindset research.
• Implemented various reading and writing lessons using the Lucy Calkins Curriculum.
• Reinforced student behavior using Social Thinking vocabulary.
St. Columbkille Partnership School- Teaching Assistant, Brighton, MA Spring 2017
Third Pre-Practicum in a first grade general classroom
• Assisted teacher with students in whole group instruction and directed small group instruction in math
and reading.
• Observed co-teaching methods such as collaboration in math, reading, and history.
• Developed a carousel activity on American Symbols to support student learning of social studies
concepts.
• Provided one-on-one instruction to a student with reading disabilities through weekly read-a-louds.
• Collaborated with the first grade team to plan and implement meaningful lessons to meet MA
Curriculum Frameworks.
Jackson Mann Elementary School- Teaching Assistant, Allston/Brighton, MA Fall 2015
First Pre-Practicum in a second grade inclusion classroom
• Supported teacher with students in whole group instruction and small groups.
• Presented one-on-one instruction to an English Language Learner on a weekly basis using read-a-louds
and various vocabulary strategies.
• Observed teaching methods in an inclusion classroom and effectively taught a diverse group of learners
the Fundations and Wilson Reading curriculums.
• Accompanied the 2nd grade class on a field trip to the New England Aquarium.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Boston College Children’s Center-Teaching Assistant, Chestnut Hill, MA Spring 2016-Present
Private preschool with children ranging from 3-5 years old
• Assist teachers and children with play-based curriculum activities in areas such as math and literacy,
science and technology, drama/art, and discovery table.
• Provide one-on-one attention to the children by reading to them, encouraging them in their work, and
helping them negotiate and interact with peers.
• Implement a growth mindset unit consisting of literacy and arts projects to support student
development.
Nobles Day Camp- Co-Head Group Counselor, Dedham, MA Summer 2012-Present
Seasonal Position at Noble and Greenough School
• Collaborate with co-counselors to manage 20-30 3rd graders each summer.
• Actively engages campers in daily activities including swimming, sports, and arts & crafts.
• Help maintain a safe and fun environment for all campers.
• Communicate with parents regarding program policies and periodic updates on their children.
Newton Public Schools- Instructional Staff Support (ISS), Newton, MA Fall 2018-Present
Bowen Elementary School
• Provide classroom support and participate in the school community as a regular substitute.
• Respond to the individual needs of the students by maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular instructor.
Brookline Public Schools- Substitute Teacher, Brookline, MA Fall 2018-Present
• Fulfill short-term positions in various roles including Learning Centers and classroom teachers
• Support diverse learners in various subjects including math, reading, and social studies.
• Apply behavior management strategies to preserve stability in the classroom.
Childcare Specialist- Brookline, MA and Newton, MA Spring 2015- Present
• Provide a stimulating environment and encourage social interaction.
• Meet children’s social, emotional and physical needs
• Reinforce behavior management plans implemented by parents

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Boston College
4Boston- Cambridge Community Center Fall 2015- Spring 2018
• Participated in weekly service at an urban after-school tutoring program.
• Assisted Kindergarten group leader by instructing and managing diverse students in a variety of
academic and extracurricular roles.
Appalachia Volunteers- New Jersey and North Carolina Spring 2016 & 2017
• A service-immersion program that brought students to poor and marginalized communities in the
United States during spring break.
• Lived in solidarity and daily reflection with the local communities and families for the duration of the trip.