Introduction

 

My name is Gemma. I hold a Rhode Island Early Childhood teacher certification and a master's in early childhood education from Rhode Island College. I am currently studying the Rhode Island College's TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language) program. M.Ed. in TESOL would enhance my skills and knowledge to best support the emergent bilingual learners.

My position at the Henry Barnard School for sixteen years allowed me to deliver lessons such as creative curriculum and Reggio Emelia inspired-approach curriculum.

I am a Reggio Emelia-inspired early childhood educator. I provide young students with exciting materials that encourage explorations and curiosity in the different learning centers. In the classroom and the playground, I listened to and observed the children's topics of interest. Then I create a lesson plan that reflects on what they understand and builds on that knowledge by further investigation, reading related literature, inviting expert speakers, and going on field trips. I am a co-learner as I guide the students in finding out answers to their questions. I believe in cultivating and sustaining a healthy working relationship with students, parents, co-teachers, and the school community.

I like tennis and hiking.

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