Jessica Grauso
Kinnelon
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Elmwood Park BOE, excelling in classroom management and creative lesson planning. Fostered a collaborative learning environment that motivated students and enhanced critical thinking skills. Leveraged technology to enrich instruction, ensuring engaging and meaningful educational experiences. Committed to nurturing student development and building strong relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Elmwood Park BOE
Elmwood Park
09.2011 - Current
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
Education
Master of Arts - Health And Wellness
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN06-2025
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Health & Physical Education
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2009
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05-2007
Skills
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
- Collaborative learning
- Test proctoring
- Clear public speaking skills
- Child development
- Social-emotional learning training
- Instructional methods
- Creative lesson planning
- Student rapport
Certification
- CPR and AED certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
Elmwood Park BOE
09.2011 - Current
Master of Arts - Health And Wellness
American College of Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Health & Physical Education
Kean University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Kean University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Bergen Community College
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