Jennifer Gaviria
Wayne
Summary
Experienced educator with 21 years in teaching, specializing in culturally and linguistically diverse students. Expertise in developing and executing differentiated instruction tailored for English Language Learners (ELLs) across all proficiency levels. Demonstrated success in driving academic achievement and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Aiming to utilize extensive educational background to enhance ELL and bilingual programs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Carteret Elementary School
Bloomfield
09.2012 - Current
- Developed original lesson plans aligned with NJSLS standards to enhance curriculum effectiveness.
- Implemented tailored behavior plans for individuals and groups, improving classroom management.
- Modified classwork and assessments based on data analysis to support differentiated learning approaches.
- Achieved high ratings in two annual observations, demonstrating instructional excellence.
- Met SGO goals in English Language Arts each academic year.
- Collaborated with ELL and bilingual educators to refine instructional strategies.
- Facilitated bilingual parent-teacher conferences and IEP meetings to enhance family engagement.
- Mentored student teachers on best practices for ELL instruction, with a graduation success rate.
- Continued to provide strategies and positive feedback during Staff PLC's, articulation, and professional development meetings.
- Engaged families from diverse cultural backgrounds in meaningful dialogue about their children's educational experience.
- Planned and implemented the ELA/Math Back Stop Program to improve student growth.
- Created differentiated (K-3) Math activities with technology for the Saturday School Academy.
Tutor
Sylvan LC, Huntington LC, Team Tutors of NJ
Cedar Grove
06.2005 - 08.2013
- Developed and implemented ELA/Math tutoring programs for grades K-6 at Sylvan Learning Center.
- Conducted Summer ELA tutoring sessions at Huntington Learning Center to enhance student performance.
- Instructed Spanish I and test preparation strategies to a college student at Team Tutors of NJ.
Second Grade Teacher
Carteret Elementary School
Bloomfield
11.2003 - 06.2012
- Developed original lesson plans aligned with Common Core standards to enhance curriculum effectiveness.
- Achieved effective ratings on three to four annual observations, with results available upon request.
- Met SGO goals for each year in English Language Arts (ELA).
- Employed data-driven instruction to track student progress and refine teaching strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues during staff meetings, professional development, and curriculum training.
- Contributed as a member of the social and science committees to improve school programs.
- Mentored new staff and student teachers, providing insights into ELL best practices.
- Delivered personalized tutoring in English and all subjects for Grade 5, 504 student at Carteret School.
Education
Med - Curriculum & Learning - Bilingual/ESL Education program
William Paterson University
true05-2026
Bachelor’s of Arts - Early Childhood /Elementary Education/English Major
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2003
Skills
- Tailored instruction
- Effective classroom leadership
- Multilingual teaching
- Formative and summative evaluations
- Collaboration with families
- Curriculum development
- Digital instruction methods
- Assessment facilitation for ELL students
Certification
- State Dual Teaching Certificates of New Jersey, Early Childhood (P-3) and Elementary (K–8) (CEAS)
- Bilingual/ESL Education program, Working towards completing certification of Med Curriculum & Learning
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Achieved E.EO Honor's Society during Undergraduate Studies
- Achieved recognition for helping a parent with English for Citizenship
- Achieved student recognition for an Essex County Essay Contest Winner
- Earned William Patterson University Mentorship
Hobbies and Interests
- Writing, reading, music, cooking, crafting and learning new languages.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Carteret Elementary School
09.2012 - Current
Tutor
Sylvan LC, Huntington LC, Team Tutors of NJ
06.2005 - 08.2013
Second Grade Teacher
Carteret Elementary School
11.2003 - 06.2012
Med - Curriculum & Learning - Bilingual/ESL Education program
William Paterson University
Bachelor’s of Arts - Early Childhood /Elementary Education/English Major
Kean University
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