Cindy DeFuria
Elementary School Teacher
Livingston,NJ
Summary
Attentive and adaptable Teacher skilled in management of classroom operations. Effective in leveraging student feedback to create dynamic lesson plans that address individual strengths and weaknesses. Dedicated and motivated to encourage student growth through carefully monitored academic progress.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Aide
Livingston Board Of Education
Livingston, NJ
09.2019 - Current
- Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
- Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
- Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
- Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
Elementary School Teacher
Orange Board Of Education
Orange , NJ
09.1998 - 06.2009
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
- Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction.
Elementary School Resource Teacher
Essex County Educational Resources
East Hanover , New Jersey
Sep1997 - 06.1998
- Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided direct instruction to small groups of students on academic and social skills, as well as behavior management techniques.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for meeting the unique educational needs of individual students.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Strayer University
Washington, DC12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-8/English/Psychology
Kean University
Union, NJ05-1993
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
Affiliations
- Involved in rescuing and adoption of cats and dogs
- Tutoring for special needs students
- Creative skills in designing and selling jewelry and t-shirts
Accomplishments
- 1994 Outstanding Teacher Award - Awarded from the state of NJ
Certification
- Elementary School Teacher K-8
Author
- Author of novel " Saturday" - Young Adult fictional story that focuses on the importance of dealing with bullying. Inspirational, encouraging strength and help.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher Aide
Livingston Board Of Education
09.2019 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Orange Board Of Education
09.1998 - 06.2009
Elementary School Resource Teacher
Essex County Educational Resources
Sep1997 - 06.1998
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Strayer University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-8/English/Psychology
Kean University
- Elementary School Teacher K-8
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