ALEXANDRA CRUZ
Bronxville,NY
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Lead Teacher
South Bronx Charter School for International Culture and the Arts: Middle School
01.2023 - Current
- Met with my colleagues frequently to coordinate our students' studies, develop curriculum, and address any concerns that arose
- Assist with the development and implementation of all school systems, schedules, structures and operations
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Supervise operations in the Assistant Principal and the Principal's absence
- Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules
- Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with the required personnel on follow-up investigations
- Help to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior.
Middle School ELA Teacher
South Bronx Charter School for International Culture and the Arts: Middle School
05.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum based on Common Core English Language Arts Standards and Next Generation English Language Arts Standards standards for 6th-8th grade, emphasizing student discourse and a positive learning environment
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging involvement in their child''s education.
- Prepared students for state assessments by incorporating test-taking strategies into daily lessons, contributing to increased pass rates among the class population.
5th Grade Teacher
South Bronx Charter School of International Culture and the Arts
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Developed and implemented a curriculum based on the Common Core Standards for various subjects
- Taught ELA, Social Studies, Math, and Science Daily
- Assessed student work and test scores identifying needs/capabilities to further inform instructional decisions
- Varied teaching strategies, including whole group, small group, and individual instruction, were used to enhance student academic and social growth, fostering a positive attitude toward learning
- Collaborated with the administration and my co-workers to ensure that students' studies were well-coordinated
- Whenever there were concerns, we raised them promptly and worked together to resolve them
- Worked directly with parents to improve students' performance and resolve any challenges or relevant issues.
Education
M.S.Ed. - English Education
Lehman College
05.2020
B.A. - English Literature
State University of New York
05.2016
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson development
- Project-based learning
- Subject matter expertise
- Behavior Management
Certification
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), City University of New York-Herbert H. Lehman College, 08/01/16
- English Language Arts 7-12, NYS Department of Education Office of Teaching Initiatives, 02/01/21, 02/01/28
- Transitional B Certification: 7th-12th Grade English Education
- Mandated Reporter Training in Child Abuse and Neglect/Maltreatment Identification
Personal Information
Title: Ms.Ed.
References
References upon request
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Middle School Lead Teacher
South Bronx Charter School for International Culture and the Arts: Middle School
01.2023 - Current
Middle School ELA Teacher
South Bronx Charter School for International Culture and the Arts: Middle School
05.2019 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
South Bronx Charter School of International Culture and the Arts
11.2017 - 06.2019
M.S.Ed. - English Education
Lehman College
B.A. - English Literature
State University of New York
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), City University of New York-Herbert H. Lehman College, 08/01/16
- English Language Arts 7-12, NYS Department of Education Office of Teaching Initiatives, 02/01/21, 02/01/28
- Transitional B Certification: 7th-12th Grade English Education
- Mandated Reporter Training in Child Abuse and Neglect/Maltreatment Identification
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