Darlene Howard
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Accomplished After School Program Coordinator with a proven track record at Jersey City Housing Authority, enhancing teacher satisfaction and student performance through innovative program development and targeted interventions. Skilled in curriculum design and collaborative problem-solving, I've successfully secured essential funding and fostered positive educational environments, demonstrating exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
After School Program Coordinator
Jersey City Housing Authority
- Boosted teacher satisfaction rates by providing ongoing professional development opportunities tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced student engagement by developing and implementing innovative school programs.
- Improved overall student performance by collaborating with teachers to develop targeted interventions.
- Developed grant proposals that secured additional funding for essential school programming enhancements from various sources successfully.
- Collaborated with administrators to establish intervention programs addressing academic challenges faced by at-risk students successfully.
- Promoted a positive school culture by initiating staff recognition programs that celebrated achievements and milestones.
Teacher
Assistant
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Para Professional
Jersey City Board Of Education
11.1979 - 06.2014
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
Education
Urban Studies
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJEarly Childhood -
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJSkills
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Training facilitation
- Program assessment
- Curriculum Design
- Student Engagement
- Parent Communication
- Project Planning
- Teaching strategies
- Program Management
- Literacy development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Responsible and Dependable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Instructional Leadership
- Professional Development Planning
- Relationship Building
- Microsoft Office
- Behavior Management
- Staff Leadership
Timeline
Para Professional
Jersey City Board Of Education
11.1979 - 06.2014
After School Program Coordinator
Jersey City Housing Authority
Teacher
Assistant
Urban Studies
Saint Peter's University
Early Childhood -
New Jersey City University
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