Annabelle Taskila
Mountainside,NJ
Summary
I have studied Elementary Education at The College of New Jersey in addition to history, for content area. I am passionate about creating a classroom community, with acceptance and student-centered instruction at its core. I am looking forward to taking this next step in my education career, and am excited to see what doors can be opened.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Circle YMCA
Summit, NJ
07.2023 - Current
- Led lesson plans and activities for children aged one to seven, promoting developmental milestones and individual growth.
- Collaborated with teaching team to design play-based learning experiences, enhancing student engagement and creativity.
- Assist the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and activities for the toddler through kindergarten programs.
- Provide individualized attention to students, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
- Supported children's learning in communication, cooperation, and behavior management, fostering a positive classroom environment.
Babysitter
Mountainside, NJ
01.2018 - Current
- Childcare knowledge.
- Cleaning and organizing skills.
- Problem solving and creative thinking.
- Transportation.
- Communication with children and parents.
- Worked flexible and extra hours to meet the needs of employers.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Darlene C. McKnight Elementary School
Trenton, New Jersey
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Designed interactive lesson plans that fostered student engagement and learning.
- Coordinated daily classroom activities and routines to create a structured learning environment.
- Partnered with lead teacher to align curriculum standards with classroom activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops for teaching strategies.
Student Teacher
Clara Barton Elementary School
Bordentown, NJ
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented standards-aligned lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies, enhancing student engagement and understanding in a third-grade classroom.
- Tailored instruction for diverse learners, including students with IEPs and ELLs, ensuring equitable access to curriculum and fostering academic growth.
- Analyzed formative and summative data to inform instructional strategies, optimizing student support and learning outcomes.
Practicum
Wilson Elementary School
Hamilton, NJ
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated read-alouds, guided reading practice, and center rotations to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Reinforced reading comprehension, phonics, and math skills through targeted small group instruction.
- Documented student learning behaviors to identify developmental and academic needs for tailored instructional support.
Student Teacher
Maurice Hawk Elementary School
East Windsor, New Jersey
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Evaluated student work, provided targeted feedback, and monitored progress to enhance learning outcomes.
- Observed classroom practices to identify areas for skill development and foster effective communication.
- Embraced constructive criticism and feedback to refine teaching practices and support professional growth.
Cashier
Madison Bagel Cafe
Madison, NJ
07.2018 - 06.2023
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Worked closely with the shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
Yearbook Staff Member/Social Media Manager
Governor Livingston Claymore
Berkeley Heights, NJ
09.2018 - 06.2022
- Worked on yearbook interface.
- Basic editing skills.
- Collaborative work with staff.
Education
Expected - Elementary Education And History
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ05-2026
High School Diploma -
Governor Livingston
Berkeley Heights06-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Instructional support
- Behavioral management
- Time Management Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Basic knowledge of technology and social media platforms
Awards
Spoke for the CSPA 82nd Annual Fall Conference at Columbia University, Presented on the importance of social media to promote yearbook sales and journalism. As the social media manager of the Claymore yearbook, sales raised 20% due to an increased audience from social media.
Timeline
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Darlene C. McKnight Elementary School
01.2026 - 05.2026
Student Teacher
Clara Barton Elementary School
09.2025 - 12.2025
Practicum
Wilson Elementary School
03.2025 - 05.2025
Student Teacher
Maurice Hawk Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
Assistant Teacher
The Learning Circle YMCA
07.2023 - Current
Yearbook Staff Member/Social Media Manager
Governor Livingston Claymore
09.2018 - 06.2022
Cashier
Madison Bagel Cafe
07.2018 - 06.2023
Babysitter
01.2018 - Current
Expected - Elementary Education And History
The College of New Jersey
High School Diploma -
Governor Livingston