Devora Krakauer
Brooklyn
Summary
Versatile educational professional skilled in curriculum design, student assessment, and classroom management. Experienced in developing individualized education plans and facilitating engaging workshops to enhance literacy skills. Passionate about leveraging collaboration and innovative strategies to support diverse student populations and improve overall educational outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Grade 1
Auditory Oral school of NY
Brooklyn
09.2024 - Current
- Implemented auditory-oral techniques, improving student communication skills and encouraging active participation.
- Facilitated group activities fostering social interaction and teamwork among learners.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and constructive feedback sessions.
- Trained and mentored new teachers on effective classroom management and curriculum objectives, enhancing instructional quality.
- Collaborated with parents, colleagues, and staff on student progress and instructional strategies.
Teacher- Grades 6-8
Hebrew Academy of Five Towns and Rockaway
09.2020 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Assessed student levels and designed tailored curriculum to enhance learning outcomes.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
Literacy Specialist- elementary and middle school
Private Practice
Brooklyn
09.2007 - Current
- Assessed literacy skills of clients to identify individual needs.
- Facilitated engaging workshops to enhance reading and writing abilities.
- Developed methods from current research in language learning to create customized plans for clients, enhancing individual learning experiences.
Assistant Director of the Learning Center
Magen David Yeshiva
Brooklyn
09.2014 - 06.2020
- Coordinated educational programs and events for diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum development and implementation.
- Modified and accommodated learning resources based on student evaluations to enhance support for diverse learning needs.
- Managed administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily operations of the institution.
Special Education Teacher- Grades 1-6
Magen David Yeshiva
Brooklyn
09.2009 - 06.2020
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to enhance student progress.
- Supported mainstream students in a hybrid program for general and Judaic studies.
Education
Certificate - Day School Leadership
Yeshiva University
New York, NY06-2015
M.A. - School Building Leadership
Mercy College
New York, NY01-2014
M.A. - Education
Mercy College
New York, NY08-2009
BS - Behavioral Sciences
Mercy College
New York, N07-2008
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Literacy intervention
- Special needs students
- Academic coaching
- Educational program design
- Student evaluations
- Student records management
- Workshop facilitation
- Fluent in Hebrew, Yiddish, and English
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- New York State Board of Education Certification, School Building Leadership
- New York State Board of Education Certification, Childhood, Early Childhood, Students with Disabilities
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 1
Auditory Oral school of NY
09.2024 - Current
Teacher- Grades 6-8
Hebrew Academy of Five Towns and Rockaway
09.2020 - Current
Assistant Director of the Learning Center
Magen David Yeshiva
09.2014 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher- Grades 1-6
Magen David Yeshiva
09.2009 - 06.2020
Literacy Specialist- elementary and middle school
Private Practice
09.2007 - Current
Certificate - Day School Leadership
Yeshiva University
M.A. - School Building Leadership
Mercy College
M.A. - Education
Mercy College
BS - Behavioral Sciences
Mercy College