Cheryl Bell
Monroe,NJ
Summary
Focused professional passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
Edison, NJ
2005 - Current
- Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic progress throughout the year.
- Supported the implementation of school-wide initiatives.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated technology into the curriculum.
- Established positive relationships with students through supportive feedback and recognition of achievements.
- Provided individualized instruction to students in order to meet their educational needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promoted respect for self and others within the classroom environment.
- Attended professional development sessions in order to stay up-to-date on best practices for fourth grade instruction.
- Conducted assessments of student progress on a regular basis.
- Encouraged students to think critically by posing relevant questions during class discussions.
- Created an atmosphere that encouraged positive behavior and social growth among students.
- Planned, organized and managed classroom activities to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Facilitated small group activities designed to help students improve academic skills in areas such as reading comprehension, math problem solving and writing techniques.
- Collaborated with other teachers, parents and administrators to develop strategies for student success.
- Utilized effective teaching methods such as cooperative learning, hands-on activities and differentiated instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other pertinent information regarding each student.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
Edison, NJ
1997 - 2005
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
- Provided instruction in core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
Adult Education Instructor
Edison Board Of Education
Edison, NJ
2000 - 2001
- Provided guidance to struggling writers in order to help them improve their craftsmanship.
- Provided feedback on student work, including critiques and suggestions for improvement.
Summer Enrichment Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
Edison, NJ
2001 - 2003
- Planned and implemented creative, engaging enrichment activities for students.
- Incorporated a variety of teaching styles such as hands-on activities, lectures, group work, debates into lessons.
Summer Literacy Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
Edison, NJ
2023 - 2024
- Designed and delivered comprehensive literacy instruction in small groups or one-on-one settings.
- Established positive relationships with students by providing guidance, motivation and encouragement during lessons.
- Encouraged students to develop a love of reading by incorporating diverse books into the lesson plans.
- Created engaging learning activities such as games and literature circles to promote critical thinking skills.
- Monitored student attendance records.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Kean University
Union, NJ05-1995
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ05-1992
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Individualized Learning
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson Planning
- Technology Integration
- Oral communication
- Behavior Management
- Teacher Collaboration
- Individualized Instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Progress Reporting
- Activity Planning
- Compliance standards
- Organizational Skills
- Student Engagement
- Mathematics Instruction
- Team Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Social studies teaching
Accomplishments
- Distinguished Cooperating Teacher Recipient
Certification
- NJ Standard Certificate Elementary School Teacher Pre K-8
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fourth Grade Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
2005 - Current
Fifth Grade Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
1997 - 2005
Adult Education Instructor
Edison Board Of Education
2000 - 2001
Summer Enrichment Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
2001 - 2003
Summer Literacy Teacher
Edison Board Of Education
2023 - 2024
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Marygrove College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Kean University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Middlesex County College
- NJ Standard Certificate Elementary School Teacher Pre K-8
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