Laura Pasquale
West Milford,NJ
Summary
Dedicated worker with excellent communication, time management and computer skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your school. Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your school achieve its goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Woodland Park Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans along with hands on learning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
ELEMENTARY TEACHER, GRADES 1-3
Apple Montessori Schools
09.2015 - Current
- Provided diverse materials and resources for children to explore new concepts and learn problem-solving
- Instructed students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations
- Conferred with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health
- Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of elementary school programs
- Arranged classroom and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question and investigate new concepts.
PRESCHOOL / KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Apple Montessori School
01.2010 - 06.2015
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicated those objectives to children
- Modeled behavioral and social skills to help students learn, respect and enforce proper boundaries
- Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities
- Arranged indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities and safety
- Collaborated with faculty members to evaluate and improve curriculum
- Promoted student curiosity and skills development with games and activities related to class concepts.
Education
William Paterson Unibv
Wayne, NJBACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN PSYCHOLOGY -
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ05.2010
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (AECE) -
County College of Morris
Randolph, NJ04.2008
Skills
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Safety Awareness
- Google Slides
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Elementary Education
- Student Records Management
- Early Childhood Development
Certification
- Certificate of Eligibility
- North American Montessori Center (NAMC) Lower Elementary Certification
- 50 Hour Pre-Professional Experience - Students with Disabilities - anticipated June 2023
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Woodland Park Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
ELEMENTARY TEACHER, GRADES 1-3
Apple Montessori Schools
09.2015 - Current
PRESCHOOL / KINDERGARTEN TEACHER
Apple Montessori School
01.2010 - 06.2015
William Paterson Unibv
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN PSYCHOLOGY -
William Paterson University
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (AECE) -
County College of Morris