Karen Marciano
Flemington,NJ
Summary
Energetic teacher seeking an Elementary position. Driven to promote student learning outcomes through fostering a good rapport with students, delivering curriculum in an engaging and innovative manner. Proven track record in delivering results, helping students meet or exceed state standards.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
Valley View Elementary School
08.2014 - Current
- SEL/mindfulness based classroom instruction utilzing the Choose Love Curriculum.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Coordinated STEAM instruction with the utilization of Promethean Board, Google Classroom, etc.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
Education Support Teacher
Lebanon Township Board Of Education
04.2014 - 06.2014
- Long Term Leave Position Provided in class support for 14 special education students.
- Created accommodations for students including preparing study guides, alternative assessments, utilizing technology, and providing one on one or small group support.
3rd Grade Teacher
Three Month Maternity Leave
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Implemented all activities while communicating while collaborating with school staff and teacher
- Administered benchmark tests and created student growth objectives for 25 students
2nd Grade Teacher
Parsons Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Performed all responsibilities for 2nd grade classroom with 25 students
- Decreased reading gaps of below grade level readers by end of the year by 75%
- Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies
- Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities
2nd Grade Maternity Leave Teacher
F. N. Brown Elementary School
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Progress monitored 23 students in reading and improved on grade level reading scores by 83%.
Student Teaching 1st Grade
FN Brown Elementary School
08.2011 - 12.2011
- Developed and taught Math, Science, Reading and Writing Workshop, Wilson Fundations, and Poetry units and lesson plans for 1st grade classroom of 24 students
- Created collaborative environment in classroom where students worked together to support everyone's learning
- Evaluated student performance and progression by administering tests, quizzes and projects
Preschool Teaching Assistant
St. Justine's Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Assisted lead teacher with classroom design and creation in a brand new school
- Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies
- Kept records of over 15 students' progress, detailing behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth
Senior Financial Analyst, Digital Online Business Manager
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia
10.2006 - 01.2009
- Analyzed financial data to identify financial trends, patterns and strategy and compiled information into reports
- Managed corporate budgeting for annual and quarterly forecasts and used benchmarking to create financial models
- Created presentations and documentation to deliver financial data to associates, Controller, COO, and CEO
Accountant
BDO Seidman, Colgate-Palmolive Company
01.1997 - 01.2006
- Created detailed financial models and applied analytical tools to facilitate variance analysis
- Generated profit and loss statements to detail company's revenues and expenses
- Monitored all company costs and presented budget forecasts each quarter
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Degree - Education
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ11 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY4 1997
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ06.2025
Special Education Certification - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Caldwell University
Caldwell, United States04.2024
Masters In Literacy And Instruction - Literacy Instruction
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ2014
Skills
- Certified Teacher K-5
- Special Education
- Reading Specialist Certification
- Teaching/Teamwork/Collaboration
- Excellent classroom management
- Critical thinking
- Parental communication
- Motivating students
Certification
Elementary Education K-5 Certification
Reading Specialist Certification
Special Education Certification - Pending June 2020
Additional Information
Wilsons Fundations; Guided Reading; EnVision Math by Savaas
NYC Marathoner, Co-Active Coaching (CTI), Landmark Education
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Valley View Elementary School
08.2014 - Current
Education Support Teacher
Lebanon Township Board Of Education
04.2014 - 06.2014
3rd Grade Teacher
Three Month Maternity Leave
08.2013 - 11.2013
2nd Grade Teacher
Parsons Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2013
2nd Grade Maternity Leave Teacher
F. N. Brown Elementary School
04.2012 - 06.2012
Student Teaching 1st Grade
FN Brown Elementary School
08.2011 - 12.2011
Preschool Teaching Assistant
St. Justine's Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2011
Senior Financial Analyst, Digital Online Business Manager
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia
10.2006 - 01.2009
Accountant
BDO Seidman, Colgate-Palmolive Company
01.1997 - 01.2006
Post-Baccalaureate Degree - Education
Caldwell University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Hofstra University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Montclair State University
Special Education Certification - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Caldwell University
Masters In Literacy And Instruction - Literacy Instruction
Caldwell University
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