Corrina Durdunas
Woodmere,NY
Summary
Experienced early childhood educator with over four years in preschool and Universal Pre-K settings. Equipped with a Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. Focused on enhancing children's academic, social-emotional, and cognitive growth through engaging learning experiences. Dedicated to fostering inclusive classroom environments and strengthening relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UPK Teaching Assistant
Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC
Lynbrook, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Aligned instruction with New York State prekindergarten standards to ensure developmental appropriateness.
- Supported literacy, language, mathematics, and social-emotional development through varied group learning activities.
- Promoted independence and positive interactions among peers using proactive classroom management approaches.
- Engaged collaboratively with colleagues and families to fulfill children's academic needs.
- Established a safe, inclusive environment fostering curiosity and exploration.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC
Lynbrook, NY
05.2022 - 08.2025
- Delivered play-based learning experiences that supported children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Reinforced foundational literacy and numeracy skills through developmentally appropriate activities and daily routines.
- Promoted self-regulation, independence, and positive behaviors through consistent expectations and positive reinforcement.
- Managed classroom transitions and daily routines to ensure a safe and nurturing environment.
- Developed strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to support student success.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School
South Kingstown, RI
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Designed and implemented engaging learning experiences that fostered preschool-aged children's curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
- Cultivated an inclusive classroom atmosphere that nurtured curiosity, creativity, and independence, enhancing children's overall development.
- Established effective classroom routines that promoted social-emotional growth and encouraged positive interactions among children.
- Adapted instructional strategies to accommodate varying developmental needs and learning styles.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Western Governors University
03-2026
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Rhode Island
05-2025
Skills
- Early childhood development
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum design
- Collaborative teaching
- Family engagement
Certification
- NYSTCE Educating All Students (In Progress)
- NYSTCE Content Specialty Test (In Progress)
Timeline
UPK Teaching Assistant
Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC
05.2022 - 08.2025
Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Rhode Island