Ana Matusz
Kearny Board of Education
Kearny,NJ
2
Languages
1
Certification
21
years of professional experience
Experienced educator and behavior specialist with strengths in classroom management, behavior assessment, and relationship building. Skilled in creating supportive learning environments, reducing disruptions, and guiding positive student behavior through targeted interventions and family communication.
Work History
Teacher Behavior Specialist
2 Years 8 Months- Conducted behavioral assessments to identify triggers and guide individualized intervention strategies.
- Developed positive behavior support plans aligned with student needs and team goals.
- Tracked behavior data to monitor progress and refine intervention effectiveness.
- Collaborated with educators, counselors, and families to support consistent behavior expectations.
- Trained staff on de-escalation techniques, reinforcement strategies, and crisis response procedures.
- Implemented behavior interventions during classroom and one-on-one support settings.
- Documented incidents, observations, and recommendations to maintain accurate case records.
- Reduced classroom disruptions through careful observation and analysis of student behaviors, leading to tailored interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, de-escalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure the safety of students and staff.
- Trained staff in evidence-based practices for addressing challenging behaviors and promoting positive outcomes.
Elementary School Teacher
21 Years 2 Months- Designed standards-aligned lesson plans supporting literacy, mathematics, and student engagement.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted instruction based on performance data.
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs across varied ability levels.
- Managed classroom routines and behavior using consistent expectations and positive reinforcement.
- Collaborated with special education staff to implement accommodations and support plans.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding student growth, concerns, and classroom expectations.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Child Advocacy & Policy
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Skills
Behavior assessment
Behavior management
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Parent-teacher communication
Relationship building
Conflict resolution
Critical thinking
Bilingual communication
Growth mindset
Certification
Teacher of Special Education Certificate NJCU
Certified Elementary Teacher K-5
Certified Middle School English Teacher 5-8
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher Behavior Specialist
Kearny Board of Education
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Elementary School Teacher
Kearny Board of Education
09.2005 - CurrentRead More
Montclair State University
Master of Arts from Child Advocacy & Policy
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Rutgers University Newark
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management
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