Passionate educator dedicated to creating a positive learning environment in elementary education. Demonstrated ability to maintain organized classrooms, engage students, and adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs. Skilled in fostering a warm and safe atmosphere for learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Flemington-Raritan Regional School District
09.2023 - Current
Create lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards to meet educational objectives
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring each learner's success
Manage classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a positive learning environment for all students
Provide warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth
Establish open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff
Participate in professional development opportunities consistently, staying up-to-date with current teaching trends and research-backed strategies
First Grade Teacher
Flemington-Raritan Regional School District
04.2023 - 06.2023
Assumed all teacher duties and responsibilities upon start of leave replacement, including, but not limited to: teaching & developing lesson plans according to NJ Core Curriculum Standards; differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all students; incorporating technology into the teaching/learning process; communicating effectively with parents
Worked collaboratively with in-class support teacher, resource teachers, & grade-level teachers
Utilized the Responsive Classroom approach to maintain a positive classroom environment
Gained experience in Reader’s/Writer’s Workshop model and Bridges in Mathematics
Teacher Assistant, ICS/Autism
Flemington-Raritan Regional School District
07.2022 - 03.2023
Assisted classroom teacher with individualized and group instruction under the guidance and direction of classroom teacher
Monitored students during lunch and recess, and other assigned times when necessary
Assisted classroom teacher in clerical and other duties as assigned
Continuing Medical Education (CME)/Medical Library Assistant
RWJ University Hospital Somerset
08.2012 - 01.2015
Assisted in the management of all CME activities, including managing the annual calendar with the Medical Librarian, and posting educational resources on the hospital intranet
Designed and distributed promotional announcements for each activity to include program objectives and proper accreditation and credit designation statements
Maintained accurate files and CME attendance records for each activity
Designed and maintained RWJ Somerset’s Grand Rounds resource web page (Wordpress)
Assisted Medical Librarian as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Psychology
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05-2003
Skills
Team collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Multitasking and organization
Patience and persistence
Attention to detail
Adaptability and flexibility
Affiliations
NJEA
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Flemington-Raritan Regional School District
09.2023 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Flemington-Raritan Regional School District
04.2023 - 06.2023
Teacher Assistant, ICS/Autism
Flemington-Raritan Regional School District
07.2022 - 03.2023
Continuing Medical Education (CME)/Medical Library Assistant
RWJ University Hospital Somerset
08.2012 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Psychology