Chalik Matthias
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dually certified Early Childhood Educator with over a decade of experience fostering inclusive classroom environments and promoting early literacy. Expertise in implementing standards-aligned lesson plans, utilizing data-driven instruction to support diverse learners, and maintaining strong family partnerships to enhance student development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Universal Pre-K Lead Teacher
NYC Department of Education (DECE)
Brooklyn, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans using Creative Curriculum to promote early literacy and school readiness.
- Monitor student development and adjust instruction to effectively address diverse learning needs.
- Foster nurturing classroom environment enhancing social-emotional development and promoting student independence.
- Communicate proactively with families through conferences, phone calls, and progress documentation to support student growth.
Early Childhood General Education Teacher
NYC Department of Education
Brooklyn, NY
10.2021 - 08.2024
- Employed assessment tools like Acadience and i-Ready to evaluate literacy growth and inform targeted instructional strategies.
- Developed differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs and align with Next Generation Learning Standards.
- Established a positive classroom culture supporting both academic achievement and social-emotional development.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with families through effective communication on platforms like ClassDojo and Google Classroom.
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
New York, NY
10.2018 - 09.2021
- Implemented lesson plans for various subjects across multiple grade levels.
- Executed lesson plans in multiple elementary classrooms, ensuring instructional continuity and student engagement.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
- Adjusted to diverse school environments, fostering structured classrooms and enhancing student participation.
- Collaborated with teachers to support student learning and engagement.
Lead Teacher
Children's Aid Society
New York, NY
09.2014 - 10.2018
- Created a safe, engaging early childhood classroom that met ECERS standards, fostering an optimal learning environment.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse classroom needs.
- Led classroom activities fostering social and emotional development.
- Coordinated with educators and families to facilitate successful transitions for preschool students to elementary school.
- Mentored new teachers in curriculum implementation and classroom management.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Early Childhood Education - Students with Disabilities
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY06-2021
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - English Expression
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05-2012
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Creative Curriculum Implementation
- HMH Into Reading
- Foundations Early Literacy Curriculum
- Curriculum Assessment
- Lesson Planning & Classroom Management
- Data analysis
- Instructional leadership
- Family engagement
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Certification
- New York State Certification - Early Childhood Education (Birth-2nd Grade)
- New York State Certification - Students with Disabilities (Birth-2nd Grade)
Timeline
Universal Pre-K Lead Teacher
NYC Department of Education (DECE)
09.2024 - Current
Early Childhood General Education Teacher
NYC Department of Education
10.2021 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
10.2018 - 09.2021
Lead Teacher
Children's Aid Society
09.2014 - 10.2018
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Early Childhood Education - Students with Disabilities
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - English Expression
Hampton University