Funda Unver
Astoria
Summary
Ambitious educator with experience at the NYC Department of Education, skilled in lesson planning and classroom management. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative group activities and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment. Committed to cultural sensitivity and real-life connections, driving student motivation and achievement in diverse classrooms.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Substitute Teacher
Adult Education Center
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging ESL lessons to diverse adult learners, enhancing language acquisition and communication skills.
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
03.2022 - Current
- Delivered engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with permanent teachers to maintain continuity in student learning.
- Facilitated group activities that promoted teamwork and communication skills.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York (City), NYBachelor of Arts - Theater
Hunter College
New York (City), NY06-2004
Skills
- Patience and perseverance
- Lesson planning
- Elementary education
- Positive reinforcement
- Student engagement
- Classroom organization
- Teaching strategies
- Student motivation
- Cultural sensitivity
- Group activities
- Real-life connections
- Role-playing exercises
- Classroom management
- Safety awareness
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ESL Substitute Teacher
Adult Education Center
09.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
03.2022 - Current
No Degree - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Hunter College