Cassandra Raszka
Thompson
Summary
Empathetic professional with strong skills in student assessment and lesson planning. Experienced in nurturing children's emotional and social development while delivering engaging educational activities. Focused on enhancing language proficiency through interactive and culturally relevant teaching methods.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (On-line)
Self-employed
Thompson, CT
05.2017 - Current
- Implemented engaging instructional methods to enhance language acquisition and retention.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Facilitated immersive language immersion experiences to promote real-world application of skills.
- Facilitated parent-teacher communication to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect and collaboration among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Nanny
Self-employed
Thompson, CT
04.2014 - 09.2019
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs and interests.
- Fostered a safe, nurturing environment promoting emotional and social development.
- Organized educational activities enhancing cognitive skills and creativity.
- Communicated effectively with parents to provide updates on child progress and behavior.
- Managed daily schedules, including meal prep, homework assistance, and recreational activities.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
Teacher
Oak Hill Christian School
Oxford, MA
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and participation.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methods.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Teacher
St. Joseph School
Webster, MA
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and participation.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methods.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA05-2011
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Student assessment
- Extensive english grammar knowledge
- Online teaching
- Lesson planning
- Cross-cultural communication
- Personalized instruction
- Total physical response
- Phonics
- Interactive games
- Grammar
- Certified ESL instructor
Certification
- Educator License, state of Massachusetts - May 2006-present
- TOEFL Certification - 2018 - present
Timeline
Teacher (On-line)
Self-employed
05.2017 - Current
Nanny
Self-employed
04.2014 - 09.2019
Teacher
Oak Hill Christian School
08.2013 - 01.2014
Teacher
St. Joseph School
08.2011 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Worcester State University