Cary Anne Fitzgerald
Rockaway Park
Summary
Innovative professional focused on enhancing school communities through creative and impactful initiatives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parent/Community Outreach Coordinator
Program For The Development of Human Potential
Brooklyn
10.2015 - Current
- Created new program to advance agency mission.
- Researched, designed, and facilitated workshops for parents and faculty.
- Implemented pro-social family and school events to strengthen community ties.
- Adapted delivery methods to meet diverse audience needs.
- Coordinated services with internal and external stakeholders for effective collaboration.
- Facilitated anti-drug coalition initiatives to promote community health.
- Achieved certification as Triple P Provider for parenting support.
- Documented professional accounts for travel, monthly activities, and events.
Teacher
The Diocese of Brooklyn
Brooklyn
04.1998 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Fordham University
Bronx, NY05-1995
Skills
- Program development and workshop facilitation
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Educational research
- Creative strategies
Accomplishments
- Past Teacher Honoree of Bishop Loughlin, Bishop Kearney & Cristo Rey Catholic High Schools
- Received "Americanism" Award by Catholic War Veterans
- Acted as Chairperson for English Language Arts Department
Certification
- Catechist
- Triple P Provider
- NYSOASAS Trainer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Parent/Community Outreach Coordinator
Program For The Development of Human Potential
10.2015 - Current
Teacher
The Diocese of Brooklyn
04.1998 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Fordham University