Cassia Freitas
Hudson,MA
Summary
Dedicated teacher with over 25 years of experience in developing engaging lesson plans and promoting critical thinking. Known for effective parent-teacher communication and collaboration with colleagues to enhance student achievement.
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom management, student engagement, and relationship building. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment that supports diverse learning needs.
Inspirational educator skilled in motivating students and building strong relationships. Proven track record of implementing interactive teaching methods that enhance classroom engagement and support diverse learning needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Town of Hudson
Hudson, MA
09.2000 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging student collaboration and critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and promoting professional development within the faculty.
- Collaborated with parents and community members to support student achievement and school initiatives.
- Organized extracurricular activities that promoted teamwork, leadership, and social skills among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
Education
Master of Arts - Arts Education
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education & Psychology
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA05-2000
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Student-centered learning
- FLUENT IN Portuguese
Certification
Early Childhood PreK-3
Master's +15
RETELL
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Watching my son and daughter play sports
- Family trips to the beach and mountains
- Enjoy participating in yoga and ZUMBA classes for overall physical and mental well-being
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes; cooking
- Offering time and support to shelters for animals
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Crafting and DIY Projects
Timeline
Teacher
Town of Hudson
09.2000 - Current
Master of Arts - Arts Education
Lesley University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education & Psychology
Framingham State University