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 Stephanie Giannacio has added to their wishlist Feb 20, 2010
Mrs. Stephanie Giannacio
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Terrill Middle School
Class Information:
Students per Class: 115
Class Description:
I see 5 classes of 6th grade math students everyday.
Position:
Math Teacher
Needs:
I have one inclusion class with a few special education students and one special education teacher.
My Philosophy:
Every student can learn mathematics, no matter how difficult the concept! As the child's teacher, my goal is to find a strategy that they understand and are comfortable using. I find my students learn best in small group settings and with one-on-one help. Some students thrive with the help of of a student partner, so one of the ways that I encourage students to tackle a difficult problem is by working with another student or in small groups. That way, when they figure it out together, they will all feel successful! I strive to make as many real life connections in math class so that students realize that math will effect their everyday lives and their futures as well!
Personal Information:
About Me:
Since I graduated Rutgers College with a Master's degree, I have worked in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school district. I was a fifth grade teacher (all core content subjects) for 4 years and this is my first year teaching 6th grade mathematics.
College and Degrees:
Rutgers Master's Degree in Elementary Education (K-8) with a specialization in math and technology
Activities:
At Terrill Middle School, I am a Math Enrichment Club adviser and a Science Olympiad coach.
Favorite Quotes:
"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting if a fire" by William Butler Yeats
Interests:
Reading, spending time with my family and friends, exercising, going to the beach, skiing, and staying organized!
Employment History:
Since I graduated Rutgers College with a Master's degree, I have worked in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood school district. I was a fifth grade teacher (all core content subjects) for 4 years and this is my first year teaching 6th grade mathematics.
Why Do I Teach?:
I love planning engaging, interactive lessons and upon implementing them, students have that "ah-ha" moment in math class. I love seeing struggling students suddenly grasp a concept and continually revising my approaches so that all of my students can learn and realize the importance of math in their everyday lives and their futures as well.
Average number of students in class:: 24 students
Number of students I teach:: 115 students