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Erik Soberg

Erik Soberg

Holtsville

Summary

Dedicated and passionate educator with extensive knowledge in teaching and updating instructional methods. Committed to mentoring students to boost engagement and overall success. Outgoing, friendly, and highly attentive to detail.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Instructor of Students 1st Through 12th Grade

Homeschooling Program
Holbrook
09.2023 - Current
  • Instructed twelve student’s diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in the concepts of English Language Arts, History or Social Studies, Mathematics and Science
  • Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating digital literacy or educational software
  • Created original units including hands-on math units stressing problem solving and technology integration
  • Handled overall classroom instruction and management for students in adult education classrooms
  • Prepared students for assessments in English language arts, history, mathematics, science, and standardized testing
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to teaching best practices.
  • Assessed student performance using rubrics, quizzes, tests, and documented results.
  • Organized field trips for students to gain real world experience related to course content.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Communicated with other instructors regarding curriculum changes and updates.

Instructor or Teacher for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, AND 8th Grades

Theories of Arts and Science (K-12 Scholars) Learning Center
11.2021 - Current
  • Instructed ten students with varied disabilities from diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in all skill areas with main emphasis on concept development, language, motor, and self-skills
  • Employed manipulative and alternative assessment techniques
  • Created original units including hands-on math units stressing problem solving and technology integration
  • Served as member of writing committee and designed rubrics for math and science applications
  • Organized students in instructional groups and collaborated effectively with Child Study Team

Adjunct Professor and Microsoft Office Specialist

Farmingdale State College
Farmingdale
03.2020 - Current
  • Teach non-native English speakers
  • Familiar with a philosophy of education appropriate to the adult learner
  • Experience with instructional technology and computer applications for instructional purposes and student reporting purposes
  • Ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds
  • Experience teaching/tutoring English as a Second Language student population

Entrepreneurial in Network Marketing

Independent Business Owner (Tutoring)
Holtsville
03.2016 - Current
  • Passionate about building productive relationships with clients, partners and team members
  • New customer acquisition expert who emphasizes a mix of online and offline marketing strategies
  • Talented in communications and prospecting, well-versed in identifying market trends and customer needs to create highly targeted marketing campaigns
  • Skilled marketing professional focused on exceeding revenue goals, driving high-volume new user acquisition and growing subscription-based businesses
  • Versed in all aspects of marketing campaigns from concept development to execution and launch
  • Versatile Network Marketer bringing one year of managing marketing teams
  • Firm grasp of how to leverage both inbound and outbound marketing strategies to develop and grow customer base
  • Very optimistic, persuasive, and motivated in the Business marketing career path
  • Highlights: New customer acquisition, Brand development, Multi-media marketing, Prospecting, Knowledge of market trends, Self-started business, Channel strategy, Google analytics, Interactive marketing, Skilled negotiator, Sales Force, Persuasive Communication skills

Office Operations Supervisor

U.S. Census Bureau
Melville
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Supervises payroll, personnel, inventory, recruiting, or supply management for ACO employees
  • Supervises the routine clerical tasks required in the collection, control, review, and reporting of personnel and payroll data

Adult Basic Education Teacher

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Bellport
09.2017 - 12.2019
  • Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating digital literacy or educational software
  • Created original units including hands-on math units stressing problem solving and technology integration
  • Handled overall classroom instruction and management for students in adult education classrooms
  • Prepared students for assessments in English language arts, history, mathematics, science, and standardized testing

Leave Replacement Computer-Technology/Mathematics/Science Teacher

Our Lady Queen of Apostles Regional
Center Moriches
01.2017 - 08.2017
  • Taught computer and technology skills to students
  • Improved student's analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies
  • Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software
  • Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others
  • Created an enjoyable and interesting learning environment for students (K-5) throughout the year

Regional Summer School Math Teacher

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
East Islip
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Handled overall classroom instruction and management for students in general and special education classrooms
  • Implemented balanced literacy approach focused on reading, writing, listening, and speaking to enhance literacy
  • Facilitated cooperative learning instructional format to promote self-esteem and facilitate positive social skills
  • Prepared students for NYS assessments in science, mathematics, and standardized testing

Algebra II Trigonometry/Algebra I//Chemistry/Financial Literacy/Geometry/Pre-Algebra/Physical Science/Physics/Special Education Teacher

Upper Room Christian School
Dix Hills
09.2014 - 12.2016
  • Handled overall classroom instruction and management for students in general and special education classrooms
  • Implemented balanced literacy approach focused on reading, writing, listening, and speaking to enhance literacy
  • Facilitated cooperative learning instructional format to promote self-esteem and facilitate positive social skills
  • Prepared students for NYS assessments in Geometry, Pre-Algebra and Physical Science

Educational Liaison for Eastern Suffolk County School Districts in New York State

Right Reason Technologies
Bethlehem
07.2015 - 08.2016
  • Works collaboratively with district and building administrators to build and implement programs using Right Path Learning Management System with district teachers in a blended fashion to deliver instruction to students in various alternative settings, including homebound instruction, suspension, and detention programs, alternative or night school, credit recovery, summer school, learning recovery
  • Assists in Management, Training, Scheduling and Development of Educational Liaisons and their role in the programs, client districts and the company
  • Creates and Delivers Effective Professional Development trainings for teachers and administrators on eLearning and Best Practice strategies for: Implementing data informed instruction into blended and traditional classrooms, including diagnostic/benchmark exam creation and evaluation, Data Inquiry teams and formative assessments for progress monitoring
  • Accomplishments: Creates and Delivers Effective Professional Development trainings for teachers and administrators on eLearning and Best Practice strategies for: Implementing data informed instruction into blended and traditional classrooms, including diagnostic/benchmark exam creation and evaluation, Data Inquiry teams and formative assessments for progress monitoring

Anatomy & Forensics/Chemistry/Earth Science/Life Science/Mathematics/Physical Science/Special Education Teacher

Sappo School
Commack
09.2013 - 08.2014
  • Handled overall classroom instruction and management for students in general and special education classrooms
  • Implemented balanced literacy approach focused on reading, writing, listening, and speaking to enhance literacy
  • Facilitated cooperative learning instructional format to promote self-esteem and facilitate positive social skills
  • Prepared students for NYS assessments in science, mathematics, and standardized testing
  • Organized science-based school field trips and volunteer service opportunities

Home School Teacher or Tutor

Syosset Home Tutoring
East Northport
01.2012 - 08.2013
  • Provided remedial support in small groups and individually to students in grades K-12 in all content areas
  • Worked with secondary level students in preparing for ACT, PSAT, SAT and Regents Examinations
  • Differentiated instructional methods to support diverse learning styles
  • Planned interdisciplinary units for students with special needs, ELL and academically accelerated students

Behavioral Consultant/Special Education Teacher/Test Scoring Consultant

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Patchogue
09.2009 - 12.2011
  • Planned and executed standards-based lessons and activities with 6:1:1 classroom setting; Integrated technology consistently
  • Reviewed IEPs to plan lessons and to meet specific goals
  • Attended CSE meetings to review students’ progress and implement appropriate modifications
  • Created hands-on activities and manipulatives to demonstrate academic concepts and increase comprehension
  • Incorporated character education programs across curriculum to build student awareness of morals and values

Mathematics, Science & Special Education Teacher

Kings Park Central School District
Kings Park
09.2007 - 08.2009
  • Instructed ten students with varied disabilities from diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in all skill areas with main emphasis on concept development, language, motor and self-skills
  • Employed manipulative and alternative assessment techniques
  • Created original units including hands-on math units stressing problem solving and technology integration
  • Served as member of district’s writing committee and designed rubrics for math and science applications
  • Organized students in instructional groups and collaborated effectively with Child Study Team
  • Attended weekly staff meetings, participated in parent conferences, and initiated special parent newsletter

Teacher

Huntington Learning Center
Patchogue
01.2002 - 12.2008
  • Assisted developing readers by using guided reading instruction including conferences and journaling activities
  • Used reader’s workshop strategies for developing readers using trade books and individual conferences
  • Designed schedules, developed budget, and worked closely with individual staff members
  • Served as one of four representatives who evaluated and made curriculum recommendations
  • Developed, administered, and scored an Individualized Reading Inventory and Standardized Reading Inventory

Education

Master of Science - Computer Technology, Mathematics, Science, Special Education

Long Island University
Brentwood, New York
01.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, History

Dowling College
Oakdale, New York
01.2002

Skills

  • American Sign Language
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Spanish
  • Google
  • Excel
  • Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Paint Shop Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • SMART Technology
  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Student assessment
  • Instructional technology
  • Interactive learning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Educational software
  • Data analysis
  • Field trip organization
  • Professional development
  • Relationship building
  • Peer collaboration
  • Cultural competency
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Creative problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Collaborative approach
  • Reliability
  • Lifelong Learning

Affiliations

  • Eastern Suffolk BOCES Adult Education Program Improvement Meeting, 2018-2019
  • Union Representative for the E.S. BOCES Adult Education Program, 2018-2019
  • Upper Room Christian School Science Club, 2014-2016
  • Sappo School Photography Club, 2013-2014
  • Sachem Legislative Committee, 2008-2011
  • Dowling College Mentoring Program, 1999-2002

Certification

New York State Certification, Computer Technology, Mathematics, Science, Special Education

Accomplishments

Dowling College Dean’s List, 1998-2002

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match

Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Languages

English
Native language
Italian
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Interests

Cooking

Reading

Hiking

Jogging

Surfing

Snowboarding

Software

Application Software

Driver Software

Eduaction

Graphics

Multi-Media

System Software

Timeline

Lead Instructor of Students 1st Through 12th Grade

Homeschooling Program
09.2023 - Current

Instructor or Teacher for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, AND 8th Grades

Theories of Arts and Science (K-12 Scholars) Learning Center
11.2021 - Current

Adjunct Professor and Microsoft Office Specialist

Farmingdale State College
03.2020 - Current

Office Operations Supervisor

U.S. Census Bureau
01.2020 - 03.2020

Adult Basic Education Teacher

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
09.2017 - 12.2019

Leave Replacement Computer-Technology/Mathematics/Science Teacher

Our Lady Queen of Apostles Regional
01.2017 - 08.2017

Regional Summer School Math Teacher

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
07.2016 - 08.2017

Entrepreneurial in Network Marketing

Independent Business Owner (Tutoring)
03.2016 - Current

Educational Liaison for Eastern Suffolk County School Districts in New York State

Right Reason Technologies
07.2015 - 08.2016

Algebra II Trigonometry/Algebra I//Chemistry/Financial Literacy/Geometry/Pre-Algebra/Physical Science/Physics/Special Education Teacher

Upper Room Christian School
09.2014 - 12.2016

Anatomy & Forensics/Chemistry/Earth Science/Life Science/Mathematics/Physical Science/Special Education Teacher

Sappo School
09.2013 - 08.2014

Home School Teacher or Tutor

Syosset Home Tutoring
01.2012 - 08.2013

Behavioral Consultant/Special Education Teacher/Test Scoring Consultant

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
09.2009 - 12.2011

Mathematics, Science & Special Education Teacher

Kings Park Central School District
09.2007 - 08.2009

Teacher

Huntington Learning Center
01.2002 - 12.2008

Master of Science - Computer Technology, Mathematics, Science, Special Education

Long Island University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, History

Dowling College