1. Robert P. Panish
134 Calton Road, New Rochelle, NY 10804
(203) 464-6941
robertpanish@yahoo.com
www.linkedin.com/in/robertpanish
SUMMARY OF SKILLS:
Dedicated and compassionate professional transitioning to higher education. Proficient in student support and management, academic
evaluation, data tracking, and engaging instruction.
EDUCATION:
University of New Haven, West Haven, CT
Master of Science in Education 2011
Connecticut Educator Certificate: English
Franklin Pierce University, Rindge, NH
Bachelor of Arts in English 2003
The Pierce Walk in Europe: Immersion-study program in Ireland, Wales, England and France 2000
EXPERIENCE:
Lead Teacher, Grade 5 2012 – 2013
Saint David’s School, New York City, NY
o Planned, instructed and provided assessment for English, history, technology, theater, and religion classes
o Collaborated with faculty to create English and history curricula
o Contributed to weekly student tracking meetings with faculty and administration team
o Delivered monthly presentations to seventy-five students and four faculty members, designed to engage and motivate
o Developed a meaningful rapport with students, parents, and faculty
o Maintained a supportive and engaging environment at all times
Substitute Teacher, Grades 6-12 2011 – 2012
Per diem class coverage for Fairfield Public Schools
Student Teacher, Grades 7 and 8 2011 – 2011
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School, New Haven, CT
o Instructed seventh and eighth grade English students, adhering to City of New Haven curriculum
o Executed outreach to upper school faculty to aid in student success
o Received excellent performance reviews from administrators, colleagues, and program supervisor
o Served as interim coach for the seventh grade basketball team
Building Substitute, Grades 9 – 12 2009 – 2010
Valley Regional High School, Deep River, CT
o Covered daily classes ranging from standard curriculum to advanced classes and electives
o Worked closely with faculty, adapting to different academic styles while catering to individual needs through differentiation
o Assisted exceptional learners in both regular and special education classrooms
o Compiled “Summer Reading List” with a committee of faculty, administration, and students
o Proctored the Connecticut Academic Performance Test (CAPT)
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE:
Harpoon Brewery Representative 2014 – 2015
Long Island, NY
o Maintained healthy sales to inventory ratios; managed and executed monthly inventory purchasing
o Utilized Microsoft Office to promote account growth and assess areas of momentum
o Collaborated with distributor to organize and execute sales meetings, events, and presentations
o Created and maintained positive relationships with distributor partners and retail accounts
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Columbia University Teacher’s College: Reading and Writing Project 2013
Responsive Classroom Workshop (New York City) 2013
Focus on teacher language, interactive modeling and learning structures, and collaborative problem-solving
New York Master Class with John Hunter (New York City) 2012
In-depth study of the World Peace game and student-centered learning
Teacher Artist Partnership (TAP Institute, Trumbull, CT) 2011
Teaching artists and educators collaborate on arts integration and curriculum design