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Effie Cacace

Massapequa Park,NY

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Proficient in evaluation, monitoring student performance and organizing examinations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant Grades 1 and 4

William S. Covert Elementary School
09.2023 - Current
  • Assist teachers with classroom management and document coordination and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
  • Manage classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Support classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
  • Support classroom activities and reviewing work.
  • Help with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students.
  • Partner with teacher to plan and implement lessons.
  • Attend grade level meetings.
  • Participate in parent teacher conferences.
  • Facilitate activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Work individually with struggling students in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Facilitate activities utilizing station teaching.

Teaching Assistant 2nd Grade

William S. Covert Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted teacher with classroom management .
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and discuss lessons.
  • Supported classroom activities, and reviewing work.
  • Worked with small groups during guided reading and small group instruction.
  • Attended grade 2 level meetings.

Teaching Assistant 1:1

William S. Covert Elementary School
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Tutored struggling student individually and in small group to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed with the lead teachers guidance.
  • Provided one-on-one sessions for struggling student, leading to increased understanding and improved grade performance.
  • Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their comprehension and writing skills.

1:1 Aide

William S. Covert Elementary School
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Observed and monitored child's activities.
  • Offered companionship and emotional support.
  • Facilitated recreational activities tailored to individual student interests, promoting social interaction with peers.
  • Supported child's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.

Teacher - 3rd Grade

Saint Demetrios Elementary School
09.2007 - 06.2013
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, and administrators.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan units.
  • Participated in parent teacher conferences to discuss developments of students.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, and lesson planning.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Education

Master of Science - Childhood Education

St, John's University
81-98 170th Street, Jamaica, NY 11432

Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies

St. John's University
Jamaica, NY

Skills

  • Resourceful
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Creativity
  • Collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Computer skills; Canva, Google Classroom, Remind
  • Critical Thinking
  • Positive Attitude

Additional Information

Professional Growth Development:


  • Can you Canvas?
  • The "can-Do" Classroom: Reasonable Expectations for ELLs
  • The Effects of Theater on Teaching and Learning English
  • Involving and Interacting with Families
  • Multilingual Technology and Communication for ELL Development
  • Teaching English Language Learners with Authentic Materials



Timeline

Teaching Assistant Grades 1 and 4

William S. Covert Elementary School
09.2023 - Current

Teaching Assistant 2nd Grade

William S. Covert Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023

Teaching Assistant 1:1

William S. Covert Elementary School
09.2021 - 06.2022

1:1 Aide

William S. Covert Elementary School
02.2021 - 06.2021

Teacher - 3rd Grade

Saint Demetrios Elementary School
09.2007 - 06.2013

Master of Science - Childhood Education

St, John's University

Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies

St. John's University

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