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Elide Zapata

Queens

Summary

Compassionate Special Education Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in creating adaptive learning strategies, behavior management techniques, and individualized education plans tailored to each student's unique needs. Excel in communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring effective collaboration with parents, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Bronx Community Charter School
Bronx
08.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
  • Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Established positive relationships with students and their families.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.

Special Education Teacher

Boys Prep Bronx Elementary School
Bronx
09.2020 - 08.2023
  • Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
  • Evaluated student work through written comments or rubrics.
  • Encouraged positive behavior management techniques within the classroom environment.

7th Grade Math Teacher

The Bronx Latin School
Bronx
09.2017 - 06.2020
  • Assessed student performance through classroom observations, quizzes, tests, projects, and homework assignments.
  • Encouraged active participation in class discussions on mathematical topics.
  • Conducted small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions with students who required additional assistance.
  • Supervised after-school study groups and Saturday Academy for those needing extra help with math concepts.
  • Participated in departmental meetings where ideas were shared regarding best practices for teaching mathematics.

8th Grade Mathematics Teacher

The Bronx Latin School
Bronx
09.2017 - 06.2020
  • Encouraged critical thinking and creative problem solving techniques among students.
  • Created an inviting classroom environment that was conducive to learning mathematics.
  • Maintained accurate records for all students including attendance, grades, and progress reports.
  • Integrated technology into the classroom by utilizing online resources such as Khan Academy and IXL Learning.
  • Observed fellow teaching professionals, gathering valuable techniques to use in classroom.

Teaching Apprentice

Blue Engine
Bronx
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Took initiative to work with lead teacher in 9th/ 10th grade Algebra class daily in developing lesson plans and mini lessons for class.
  • Pushed in daily to a self-contained Algebra class, where students are on a two-year algebra track, to assist one-on-one with students or in small groups.
  • Worked with small groups of students to go over homework, initiate questions to probe their thinking, and facilitate learning during the lesson.
  • Attended to organizational tasks, such as putting the data online to conduct on-the-spot data analysis.
  • Conducted parent outreach, especially for target students who had attendance and academic issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University At Albany
Albany, NY
05-2016

Skills

  • Individualized education plans
  • Student progress tracking
  • Behavior management
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Collaboration with teachers
  • Classroom inclusion
  • Parent communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Evidence-based assessment
  • Co-teaching experience

Accomplishments

Math For All

Bronx Community Charter Leadership Committee

Bronx Community Charter Prom Committee

Summer Boost 2024

Summer Boost 2022

Bronx Latin's Summer In the City

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Bronx Community Charter School
08.2023 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Boys Prep Bronx Elementary School
09.2020 - 08.2023

7th Grade Math Teacher

The Bronx Latin School
09.2017 - 06.2020

8th Grade Mathematics Teacher

The Bronx Latin School
09.2017 - 06.2020

Teaching Apprentice

Blue Engine
09.2016 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University At Albany

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