Denise M. Bonilla
Edison,NJ
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Madison Monroe School #16, skilled in classroom organization and management. Proven ability to foster critical thinking through interactive, play-based learning. Certified in early childhood education, I excel in progress monitoring and maintaining student records, ensuring above-average performance and engagement in diverse learning environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Madison Monroe School #16
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2014 - 05.2024
- Follow the High Scope Curriculum with the children and math in PCMI (Preschool Classroom Mathematics Inventory)
- Interact with the children during large group, work time and small group.
- Fully instructed three and four year’s old in a pre-kindergarten
- Lessons taught were hands-on based on the children’s interest and following Scholastic Early Childhood Curriculum.
- Experienced and portfolio assessments (Early Learning Standards, Social-Emotional Learning Assessment, Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale-Revised)
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
3rd Grade Teacher
Madison Monroe School #16
Elizabeth, NJ
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Follow the Open Court Curriculum and Everyday Math Curriculum
- Interact with the children during whole group time; work with various groups during center times.
- Lessons taught were hands-on based on the children’s interest.
- Experience with DRA, Benchmarks, and SGO’s.
- Collaborated with colleagues on planning lessons that addressed state standards for third grade level education.
- Assessed student performance by administering tests, quizzes, and other assignments.
Kindergarten Teacher
Robert Morris School #18
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Created and implemented daily and unit lesson plans.
- Created theme-based activities integrating all subject areas.
- Experience using Open Court Curriculum, Pearson Success, and Everyday Math
- Promoted collaborative learning among peers through group work activities.
- Encouraged students to think critically by posing questions and providing stimulating materials.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and routines.
Kindergarten Teacher
Abraham Lincoln School #14
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2011 - 06.2013
- Created and implemented daily and unit lesson plans.
- Created theme-based activities integrating all subject areas.
- Experience using Open Court Curriculum, Pearson Success, and Everyday Math
Kindergarten Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2009 - 06.2011
- Created and implemented daily and unit lesson plans.
- Created theme-based activities integrating all subject areas.
- Experience using Open-court curriculum and Everyday Math
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and grades as required by school policy.
2nd Grade Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Created and implemented daily and unit lesson plans.
- Created theme-based activities integrating all subject areas.
- Experience using Open-court curriculum and Everyday Math
3rd Grade Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Follow the Open Court Curriculum and Everyday Math Curriculum
- Interact with the children during whole group time; work with various groups during center times.
- Lessons taught were hands-on based on the children’s interest.
Preschool Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2004 - 06.2007
- Follow the High Scope Curriculum with the children and math in PCMI (Preschool Classrom Mathematics Inventory)
- Interact with the children during large group, work time and small group.
- Fully instructed three and four year’s olds in a pre-kindergarten
- Lessons taught were hands-on based on the children’s interest and following Scholastic Early Childhood Curriculum.
- Experienced and portfolio assessments (ELAS).
Education
B.A. - Communications
Kean University
Union, NJSkills
- Highly motivated
- Classroom organization and management
- Above-average work performance
- Great oral and written communication skills
- Leadership experience
- Certified in early childhood education
- Play-based learning approaches
- Interactive learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Student records management
- Progress monitoring
References
Available upon request
Awards
- New Jersey State Certification of Eligibility for Elementary School Teacher, 11/03
- New Jersey State Certification of Eligibility for Preschool- Grade 3 issued 06/04
- The State of New Jersey Standard Certificate for Teacher of Preschool through Grade 3 issued 06/06
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Madison Monroe School #16
09.2014 - 05.2024
3rd Grade Teacher
Madison Monroe School #16
01.2014 - 06.2014
Kindergarten Teacher
Robert Morris School #18
09.2013 - 12.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
Abraham Lincoln School #14
09.2011 - 06.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
09.2009 - 06.2011
2nd Grade Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
09.2008 - 06.2009
3rd Grade Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
09.2007 - 06.2008
Preschool Teacher
Marquis de Lafayette Elementary School #6
09.2004 - 06.2007
B.A. - Communications
Kean University
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