Cassaundra Griffin
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
Youth Educator and ELL Tutor experienced in fostering social and academic growth for elementary students. Delivered impactful curriculum and programs that promote balanced educational progress while creating inclusive learning environments. Developed specialized skills in curriculum design, linguistic assessment, and multicultural communication strategies to enhance teaching effectiveness and support English language learners.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ELL Tutor
Bridgeport Public School
Bridgeport , CT
10.2025 - Current
- Provided personalized assistance to ELL students in developing their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
- Reinforced reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through small-group tutoring.
- Adapted lessons to student proficiency levels and classroom learning goals.
- Monitored student understanding and adjusted tutoring strategies during sessions.
- Modeled academic vocabulary and sentence structures during practice activities.
Substitute Teacher
Source4Teachers now Kelly Educational Staffing
10.2015 - 06.2025
- Ensured safe, orderly, and positive classroom environment during teacher absence, fostering student engagement.
- Follow lesson plans and school policies and procedures.
- Provided clear instruction to students, enhancing understanding and participation.
- Started role as Reading Interventionist at Roosevelt Elementary School in Bridgeport, CT in 2017.
- Promoted to Lead Interventionist in 2020.
- Trained new interventionists and supervised a team of 5.
- Led a team of 5 interventionists, offering guidance and support to improve student outcomes.
Child Care Assistant Teacher
Donna's Little Doves Child Development Center
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Developed and implemented daily schedule of age-appropriate 'hands-on – minds-on' activities to engage students and enhance learning.
- Identified and addressed behavioral issues by adhering to established policies, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
- Employed basic caregiving practices to ensure the health and wellness of the students.
- Created and distributed monthly newsletter to staff and families, fostering communication and community involvement.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Norwalk, CTBachelor of Arts - History with concentration in Political Science, Minor: African American Studies
Hood College
Frederick, MDSkills
- Language Skill Enhancement
- Literacy strategies
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum evaluation
- Interactive instruction
- Team leadership
- Classroom leadership
Awards
Recipient of two Presidential Community Service Awards.
Highlights
- Assembled a multi-generational dance ministry that grew by 83% in eight years.
- Facilitated fundraising events for ministry.
- Founder of a non-profit organization, Built 4 Praise Dance Academy, offering consultation services to start-up dance ministries and more.
- Currently a walking deacon at First Baptist Church in Milford, CT.
- Serve as the Directress of Ministerial Operations at First Baptist Church
- Created Cultural Heritage After school program in 2023.
Timeline
ELL Tutor
Bridgeport Public School
10.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Source4Teachers now Kelly Educational Staffing
10.2015 - 06.2025
Child Care Assistant Teacher
Donna's Little Doves Child Development Center
06.2013 - 08.2015
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - History with concentration in Political Science, Minor: African American Studies
Hood College