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Korin Zarfaty

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Classroom Teacher with the NYC Department of Education, skilled in classroom management and lesson planning. Successfully implemented differentiated instruction, enhancing student engagement and fostering independent reading. Established strong parent-teacher communication, driving collaborative goal-setting for student progress. Committed to creating a supportive learning environment that boosts student confidence.

Professional educator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Valued for strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary Teacher

NYC Department of Education
12.2003 - Current
  • Classroom Teacher for grades: Kindergarten, First Grade, Fifth Grade (G&T)
  • General Education Teacher in an ICT Classroom for grades: Kindergarten
  • SETSS Provider for grades: Kindergarten, First Grade, Third Grade, Fourth Grade
  • Split Position- Writing Teacher (focusing on Writer's Workshop methods) for grades: Kindergarten, Second Grade, Fifth Grade
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
  • Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
  • Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
  • Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.

Education

Master of Science - Elementary Education, Grades 1-6

Touro College
New York, NY
08-2005

Master of Science - Special Education, Grades 1-6

Touro College
New York, NY
08-2005

Master of Arts - English, General Literature And Rhetoric

Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
05-2003

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Language arts instruction

Certification

Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)

Teaching Students With Disabilities (SWD) Grades 1-6

Interests

  • Offering time and support to shelters for animals
  • Drawing, painting, and creating art

Timeline

Elementary Teacher

NYC Department of Education
12.2003 - Current

Master of Science - Elementary Education, Grades 1-6

Touro College

Master of Science - Special Education, Grades 1-6

Touro College

Master of Arts - English, General Literature And Rhetoric

Binghamton University

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