Luciana Bananzio
Mountainside,NJ
Summary
Energetic Academic professional driven to promote student learning outcomes through engaging curriculum and innovative teaching techniques. Well-versed in coordinating in-class instruction, activities and exams to reinforce core concepts and gauge student comprehension. Attentive to individual student requirements with expertise in adapting to varied learning modalities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Bilingual Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2021 - Current
- Provide instruction in English and Spanish to a class of 20 first grade students.
- Create and implement lesson plans to meet the needs of all learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and administrators to develop strategies for student success.
- Conduct assessments of student learning outcomes using a variety of methods.
- Integrated technology into classroom activities when appropriate.
- Encourage critical thinking skills through daily lessons and activities.
- Promote positive behavior management techniques to foster a safe learning environment.
Second Grade Bilingual Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2013 - 06.2021
- Provided instruction in English and Spanish.
- Created and implemented engaging lesson plans that aligned with Common Core standards.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Kindergarten Student Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Coordinated successful student organization events and activities.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
Waitress
Backyard Grill and Bar
Kenilworth, NJ
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
Education
Master of ESL -
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2017
Bachelor in Education -
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2013
Skills
- Individualized Education Plans
- Teaching strategies
- Child Development
- Classroom Management
- Student assessment
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
First Grade Bilingual Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
09.2021 - Current
Second Grade Bilingual Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
09.2013 - 06.2021
Kindergarten Student Teacher
Elizabeth Board of Education
09.2012 - 06.2013
Waitress
Backyard Grill and Bar
02.2011 - 09.2013
Master of ESL -
Kean University
Bachelor in Education -
Kean University