Jacqueline Profaca
Millstone,NJ
Summary
Teacher with engaging, positive nature and enthusiasm for encouraging students to become critical thinkers and independent learners. Fostering the student's innate curiosity through exploration and discovery to ignite a passion for life long learning. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs and styles to prepare them for long term success. Creating culturally inclusive classroom communities using diversity as an asset to create a sense of belonging, compassion, and understanding. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Leave Replacement Teacher
Freehold Learning Center
03.2024 - Current
- Implemented Preschool Tools of the Mind Curriculum while following NJ learning Standards and differentiating instruction to meet the needs and learning styles of the children.
- Worked cooperatively with paraprofessional establishing clear communication, procedures, and discussing what support looks like for myself and the children.
- Worked with a diverse population and created a culturally responsive classroom.
- Exposed children to different cultures and bonded over similarities and differences while creating experiences to encourage a sense of community and acceptance.
- Worked in an Integrated Preschool Classroom with an understanding of Special Ed programs and implemented behavior modification plans to help children with special needs be successful in a least restrictive environment.
- Continued to carry out plans and procedures to keep an environment consistent and encouraged parent involvement and had regular communication with families.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom activities.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher
Self Employed
04.2021 - Current
- Researched and developed Meditations to guide adults and children who seek clarity and calm to achieve relaxation.
- Help clients set and achieve health and wellness goals.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Trained in various styles of meditation and mindfulness for both adults and children.
- Encourage increased focus and academic performance, creativity, self control, compassion, and stress relief.
Preschool Teacher
Princeton Public School
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Effectively implementing Creative Curriculum.
- Collecting data to support children through the developmental progress.
- Creating a safe environment that supports and encourages exploration.
- Empowering children to be confident learners through a play based curriculum.
- Leading small group activities designed around interest areas.
- Establishing positive communication with parents and care givers with daily conversation and formal conferences while encouraging strong family engagement.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning to meet different learning styles and needs.
- Administered ESI-3.
- Worked cooperatively with staff and teachers..
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Kindergarten Leave Replacement Teacher
Mill Lake Elementary School
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Adapted and designed lesson plans and incorporated small group and individual instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Established clear and measurable assessment goals.
- Effectively taught Kindergarten curriculum meeting state standards.
- Administered and analyzed assessments such as, but limited, to DRA, Fry Sight Words, MAP.
- Attended I&RS meetings to formulate services to address short and long term goals for students.
- Attended RTI meetings to plan and provide effective instruction and monitor progress, to help struggling students the support they need to thrive.
- Taught various programs including, but not limited to, Fundations and enVisions Mathematics.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
Substitute Teacher
Millstone Township Primary School
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Taught various programs such as Wilson Fundations Program, Reader's and Writer's Programs, Go Math! curriculum.
- 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.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
Preschool Teacher
Tadpole Village Preschool
12.2007 - 06.2020
- Fostered the children's innate ability to learn through play by providing social interaction and explorations of materials in areas of interest.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Created opportunities for students to express themselves through art using a variety of mediums and allowing students to create a product they were proud of at all abilities.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Designed daily music experiences which promoted language development, self confidence, problem solving, cognitive development, self expression, and self regulation.
- Created an environment reflecting diversity and all cultures allowing each student to feel a sense of belonging.
Literacy Teacher
Public School 186
09.2017 - 06.2018
- F Status
- Cluster teacher
- Created curriculum and planned course content and methods of instruction.
- Engaged students in stories and literature and encouraged children to retell stories through the use of art media, songs, and dances.
- Met with 5 classes weekly.
Music Teacher
Tadpole Village Preschool
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Planned and implemented lessons where children of all abilities engaged in music and movement activities including instrument play, clapping to beat, circle dances, finger plays, etc.
- Created a sense of community and enhanced self-esteem by sharing music and dance of different cultures.
- Encouraged children to participate in singing, rhymes, storytelling, etc. to promote communication and language development.
- Created an environment where singing, playing music, and taking turns promoted problem solving, team work and cooperation.
- Differentiated music and movement activities that encouraged children to move their bodies to increase mobility and allowed each child to express themselves at their own level.
Elementary School Teacher
Public School 48
09.1998 - 06.2007
- Kindergarten
- Grade 1
- Grade 4
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
Preschool Teacher
Berkeley Carroll School
09.1989 - 06.1998
- Provided a caring environment where each child's need for affection, security, and freedom of expression was met.
- Encouraged children to think and accumulate knowledge from independent exploration and discovery.
- Involved parents and guardians in the learning process by encouraging open communication.
- Planned and implemented learning experiences to benefit students of all abilities.
- Provided small group and individualized instruction.
Lower School Librarian
Berkeley Carroll School
09.1994 - 06.1996
- Provided preschool and kindergarten classes with weekly visits to the library.
- Exposed students to new words and language promoting early literacy and a love of language.
- Introduced children to a variety of books and multicultural literature.
- Encouraged children to locate, borrow, and care for books.
- Served as a resource enter for children, parents, and teachers.
- Worked closely with dance and music teacher to coordinate and organize festivals and assemblies.
- Encouraged creative thinking, stimulated curiosity and imagination through the use of stories and books.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY06.1998
Skills
- Classroom management
- Patient
- Creative
- Flexible
- Storyteller
- Differentiating Instruction
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Diverse Classroom Settings
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Developing Social Skills
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
Certification
- New Jersey Standard P-3 Certification -Certificate ID 01703465
- New Jersey Standard Elementary School Teacher Certification - Certificate ID 00277157
- New Jersey Standard Reading Certification - Certificate ID 01703990
- New York State Permanent Certification - Early Childhood Education Pre-k through 6th Grade -Certificate ID 48792804
- New York CIty Permanent Certification - Reading Teacher - Certificate ID 030671001
Timeline
Preschool Leave Replacement Teacher
Freehold Learning Center
03.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Princeton Public School
09.2023 - 03.2024
Kindergarten Leave Replacement Teacher
Mill Lake Elementary School
03.2023 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Millstone Township Primary School
09.2021 - 03.2023
Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher
Self Employed
04.2021 - Current
Literacy Teacher
Public School 186
09.2017 - 06.2018
Music Teacher
Tadpole Village Preschool
09.2013 - 06.2015
Preschool Teacher
Tadpole Village Preschool
12.2007 - 06.2020
Elementary School Teacher
Public School 48
09.1998 - 06.2007
Lower School Librarian
Berkeley Carroll School
09.1994 - 06.1996
Preschool Teacher
Berkeley Carroll School
09.1989 - 06.1998
Master of Science - Education
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York