Donna Fraus
Hoboken,NJ
Summary
Experienced teacher with over 25 years in education, skilled in creating engaging lesson plans and assessing student progress. Focused on enhancing literacy development and professional growth to drive meaningful learning experiences.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Millburn Township Public Schools
Short Hills, New Jersey
09.1999 - 06.2025
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to engage all learning styles effectively.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
- Organized classroom activities that promote social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student performance and classroom events.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Managed classroom behavior by establishing clear rules and expectations for students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05-1989
Teaching Certificate -
Caldwell College
Caldwell, NJ05-1996
Master of Arts -
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI08-2008
Plus 30 Credits - Elementary Education
University of San Diego
San Diego, CASkills
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Professional development
- Literacy development
- Student motivation
- Special needs students
- Excellent classroom management
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Teacher
Millburn Township Public Schools
09.1999 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Teaching Certificate -
Caldwell College
Master of Arts -
Marygrove College
Plus 30 Credits - Elementary Education
University of San Diego