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Certification
Languages
Interests
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Josefa Costa

North Miami Beach,FL

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record in effective classroom management and instructional design. Committed to fostering collaborative relationships and motivating students through engaging lesson plans.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

MDCPS
11.1993 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered a supportive learning environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
  • Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
  • Monitored student progress through assessments, providing timely feedback for improvement.
  • Mentored new teachers, offering guidance on classroom management and lesson delivery.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices.

Education

Master of Science - Bilingual Education

Florida International University
Miami, FL
05-2000

Master of Science - Elementary Education

FIU
Miami, FL
05-1999

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources

Saint Thomas University
Miami, FL
05-1993

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY
05-1987

Skills

  • Effective classroom management
  • Fostering collaborative relationships
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Instructional design
  • Motivating students

Certification

1-6 Elementary Education

ESOL Endorsed

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Participating in local clean-up initiatives
  • Reading
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Gardening
  • Environment
  • Knitting and Crocheting
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows

Timeline

Teacher

MDCPS
11.1993 - Current

Master of Science - Bilingual Education

Florida International University

Master of Science - Elementary Education

FIU

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources

Saint Thomas University

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Borough of Manhattan Community College