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Lizbeth Gonzalez

Clifton,NJ

Summary

Dynamic bilingual educator with a proven track record at Paterson Public Schools, adept in immersion techniques and cultural awareness. Skilled in developing inclusive curriculums that enhance literacy and foster student engagement. Committed to promoting positive learning environments and achieving measurable student progress through innovative teaching strategies.

Focused and dedicated primary school educator with 3 years of experience. Passionate about educating children an ages using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Paterson Public Schools
10.2023 - Current
  • Created dynamic curriculums to include all students needs and levels.
  • Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
  • Assigned homework that is modified to each students level and language preference.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.

After-School Teacher

Paterson Public Schools
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Monitored student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and overseeing attendance database.
  • Helped students continue to develop their English skills through workbooks and hands on activities.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Boys And Girls Club Of Clifton
07.2017 - 08.2023
  • Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
  • Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
  • Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
  • Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.

Instacart Shopper

Instacart
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
  • Reviewed customer orders closely to locate desired items and checked app regularly to identify changes.
  • Loaded and unloaded orders at customer's homes or locations.
  • Reviews orders prior to pick up for accuracy and purchase-by dates.

Education

Master of Arts - Bilingual Education

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ
05-2027

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
05-2023

Skills

  • Immersion techniques
  • Cultural awareness
  • Peer collaboration
  • Special education
  • Teaching strategies
  • Literacy development
  • Standardized testing

Certification

  • Licensed Elementary Education Teacher (K-6) - August 2018 - May 2023
  • Certified in Special Education (TOSD)
  • Currently working on Bilingual Certificate

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

After-School Teacher

Paterson Public Schools
10.2024 - 05.2025

Elementary School Teacher

Paterson Public Schools
10.2023 - Current

Instacart Shopper

Instacart
02.2023 - 07.2023

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Boys And Girls Club Of Clifton
07.2017 - 08.2023

Master of Arts - Bilingual Education

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Caldwell University