Christen Dutra
Woodcliff Lake
Summary
Dedicated elementary teacher with 10+ years experience who strives to instill a love of learning in children, both nationally and internationally. Accomplished in creating a responsive classroom where students practice respect, kindness, and inclusivity to build a strong sense of community.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Basic Skills/Elementary Special Education Teacher
Roberge Elementary School
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
- Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
First Grade Teacher
Gavlak Elementary School
09.2014 - 06.2022
- Differentiated instruction based on assessments and targets specific skills in small groups
- Piloted Language Arts instruction through Daily 5 for grade level, in conjunction with district reading series
- Enhanced student learning through varied instructional approaches, focusing on student interests and academic choice
- Built positive relationships with families through continued communication about student progress
- Utilized state standards to create objective-driven plans
- Centered strong classroom management on positive reinforcement strategies, enhancing class morale and student engagement
- Collaborated with grade-level peers to tailor lessons specific to student academic needs
- Implemented Individualized Education Plan for each student education student
- Received B.E.S.T. educator award in February 2021
Third Grade Teacher
Hertsmere Jewish Primary School
04.2013 - 07.2014
- Planned all lessons for Literacy, Numeracy, Science, History/Geography, ICT, and Art, including differentiation to accommodate wide-range of abilities
- Worked collaboratively with parallel teacher of year group and all teaching assistants
- Head of Humanities for school, which included organizing Cultural Diversity Exhibition
- Communicated with families regularly about student successes and progress
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Special Education
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY05.2010
Skills
- Progress monitoring
- IEP development
- Orton-Gillingham
- Phonics First
- Teachers College Reading Assessments
- Lesson Planning
- Small Groups
- Family Involvement
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Differentiated Instruction
- Special Education
Certification
- New Jersey State Elementary Education K-5
- New Jersey State Teacher of Students with Disabilities
Timeline
Basic Skills/Elementary Special Education Teacher
Roberge Elementary School
09.2022 - 03.2025
First Grade Teacher
Gavlak Elementary School
09.2014 - 06.2022
Third Grade Teacher
Hertsmere Jewish Primary School
04.2013 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Special Education
Marist College
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