KAREN KARAGROZIS
Early Childhood Teacher
Oceanside,NY
Summary
Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
10.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
General Education Teacher
New York City Department of Education PS66 Q District 27
09.2010 - 06.2022
- Teach students grades K,1,2
- Teach students ICT Grade 1 & 2
- Apply techniques of positive reinforcement, direct instructions and errorless teaching
- Collaborate with related service providers and fellow colleagues to implement and collect data for student’s IEP goals.
- Collaborate with paraprofessionals and related service providers to collect data and employ student’s behavioral intervention plans.
- Fostered student interests learning through hands-on activities including field trips
- Met with parents, guardians, and counselors to address and resolve students’ behavior resulting in positive outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
York College
Jamaica, NY 10.2003 - 05.2008
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education and Special Education, Birth-Grade 2
Touro College
New York, New York06-2018
Skills
Classroom management
Student engagement
Adaptable
Lesson plan implementation
Accomplishments
- Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
Certification
New York State Students with Disabilities (Birth- Grade 2) September 2011
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
10.2022 - Current
General Education Teacher
New York City Department of Education PS66 Q District 27
09.2010 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Education
York College
10.2003 - 05.2008
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education and Special Education, Birth-Grade 2
Touro College