Disi Wacker

About Disi Wacker

I am a passionate educator and creative professional with a diverse background in early…

Experience

1. Teacher

   NYC Public Schools

   Sep 2024 — Present · Bronx, NY, US

   Currently serving as a Pre-K Teacher in an integrated classroom, working alongside a co-teacher to create an engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. I implement a variety of research-based instructional strategies and curricula, including Heggerty’s Phonemic Awareness, Handwriting Without Tears, and the NYC DOE Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum for Preschool. These resources help me provide a well-rounded, high-quality educational experience that promotes the growth of foundational literacy, numeracy, fine motor, and social-emotional skills.Key Responsibilities- Collaborating with a co-teacher to develop and deliver lessons aligned with the Creative Curriculum for Preschool, focusing on hands-on learning and child-centered exploration- Using Heggerty’s Phonemic Awareness curriculum to build strong early literacy skills through engaging daily lessons focused on sound awareness and phonological development- Incorporating Handwriting Without Tears to teach fine motor skills and early handwriting techniques in a fun and developmentally appropriate way- Designing and executing lesson plans that promote cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development in young children- Utilizing formative assessments and observational strategies to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet individual learning needs- Fostering an inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learners, including students with special needs, and encourages positive social interactions- Collaborating with families and school staff to ensure holistic support for each child’s development and well-being.

Education

• New York University

  MA, Early Childhood Special Education (Dual Certification)

  2008 — 2009

• Stony Brook University

  BA, English

  2004 — 2008