Emily Fratalia

40 Ashford Lane, Bridgewater, MA 02324

Phone: 508.245.1379 Email: emfrat@bu.edu

EDUCATION Boston University, Boston, MA Expected Graduation May 2019

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Sub-concentration in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages PK-6
● GPA: 3.93/4.0; Professional GPA: 3.96/4.0; Summa Cum Laude
● Massachusetts Test For Educator Licensure: All Elementary MTELs
passed, Elementary Mathematics MTEL passed, English as a Second
Language MTEL passed
Cardinal Spellman High School, Brockton, MA 2011-2015
● Valedictorian
TEACHING
EXPERIENCE Pierce Elementary School, Brookline, MA Jan. 2019 – Present
Full-time Practicum, TESOL Pull-out Grades 3-7
• Develops differentiated lessons based on varying levels of English
proficiency among students with specific content and language objectives
• Utilizes Responsive Classroom management techniques to create a
welcoming and safe community of learners
• Supports student with a variety of first languages, including Spanish,
Portuguese, French, Turkish, Korean, Russian, Chinese, and Farsi
Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District (MA) Dec. 2018 – Present
Part-time Substitute Teacher, K -12
• Collaborated with administration and other classroom teachers to ensure a
smooth day in both elementary and high school environments
• Taught new content and led activities following set lesson plans
• Reinforced classroom management procedures and routines with a positive
nature to mitigate student anxiety from the absence of their teacher
Pierce Elementary School, Brookline, MA Sept. 2018 – Dec. 2018
Full-time Practicum, 5th Grade
• Developed differentiated lessons / instruction for a range of learners across
all subject areas.
• Collaborated with the fifth grade team, special education teachers, a vice
principal, the guidance counselor, and parents (when needed) to plan how to
meet the needs of all students both academically and socially / emotionally
• Developed and taught a social studies unit on daily life in the American
colonies with a social justice focus
• Implemented Responsive Classroom strategies to build a supportive
community of learners
Sokolowski Elementary School, Chelsea, MA Jan. 2018 - May 2018
Pre-Practicum, 4th Grade
● Developed and taught a Language Arts lesson and a Geography lesson
● Assisted in instruction and led small group activities in math and literacy
● Participated in several team meetings about curriculum and
accommodations for emergent bilingual students
William Monroe Trotter School, Dorchester, MA Sept. 2016 - Apr. 2017
Tutor, 2nd Grade
● Worked with a student once a week on activities related to social justice
● Facilitated discussions of social inequalities in an age appropriate manner
● Created a social justice unit plan on stereotypes
RELEVANT
EXPERIENCE National Science Foundation Grant, Boston, MA May 2018-Present
Research Assistant (To Dr. Eve Manz)
• Reviewed, clipped, and transcribed videos of science investigations in
elementary classrooms to create a video library resource for teachers to use
in planning science units
• Assisted with a two-day “summer institute” and collaborated with second-
grade teachers and the research team to start planning science investigations
relevant to the Somerville curriculum
• Collected field notes and videos of important sessions with teachers and
photographs of any created artifacts to use in future research
• Managed other miscellaneous tasks in organizing and revising research data
to meet Institutional Review Board confidentiality standards
BU Terrier Vacation Program, Boston, MA Apr. 2017 – Present
● Led K-2 children in sports, games, crafts, and read-aloud
● Promoted team work through group activities
Plymouth County D.A.R.E. Camp, Hanson, MA July 2013 - Aug. 2015
Senior Peer Leader (Camp Counselor)
● Led games, sports, and crafts for elementary-aged campers
● Facilitated team building activities among my group of campers
● Assisted head camp coordinators with logistical tasks
● Collaborated with other Peer Leaders, directing Junior Peer Leaders
Bridgewater Sports Complex, Bridgewater, MA Sept. 2013 - Apr. 2015
● Led soccer clinics for children ages 3-10
● Handled administrative / office work
LEADERSHIP
POSITIONS School of Education Dean’s Host Sept. 2016 - Present
● Communicate with prospective students at Open House
● Research for and write blog posts for the School of Education community
● Volunteer for a variety of events that positively influence the School of
Education community and cater prospective students and their families.
School of Education Transitional Mentor Mar. 2016 – May 2018
● Mentored first-year students to help them acclimate to Boston University,
the School of Education, and the city of Boston
● Promoted study habits and tips for classes
● Collaborated with other mentors on events for first-year students to promote
familiarity within Boston University and the School of Education and
friendships with other first-year students
Kappa Delta Sorority Vice President-Standards Dec. 2016 - Dec. 2017
● Directed a judiciary board for disciplinary measures / conflict resolution
● Oversaw and implemented an academic excellence program
● Led a risk management team to ensure the safety of all members
● Utilized organizational skills to meet vital deadlines and plan large events
● Collaborated with fellow executive members and advisors
● Promoted a health and wellness program among members