Lule Gashi
Fishkill,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Committed to introducing new technologies into classrooms and improving student engagement, learning and academic performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Wappingers Central School District
Fishkill, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
Substitute Teacher, K-6
Wappingers Central School District
09.2017 - 10.2023
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level to provide seamless transition during absence of classroom teacher
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance
Lead Teacher
Rose Hill Manor
Beacon, NY
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Selected optimal curricula and planned daily lessons to meet needs of children with various developmental levels.
Student Teacher
Rondout Valley Central School District
Kerhonkson, NY
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Student Teacher
P.S. 171 Patrick Henry
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement
- Attended and contributed to staff meetings
- Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
Student Teacher
Walden Elementary School
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Provided students with one-on-one lesson review sessions, after school tutoring and helped with materials questions
- Employed wide range of teaching techniques to enhance student learning
- Administered and collected tests, homework and various assignments from students
Childcare Intern
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Placed in several locations in the Dutchess county Area
- Sanitized high-touch surfaces, including toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Language
SUNY College At Brockport
Brockport, NY08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood and Childhood Education
SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz, NY05.2023
Associate of Science - Early Childhood and Childhood Education
SUNY Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY12.2014
Skills
- Lesson Development
- Interactive Teaching and Learning
- Skill Building
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Strong Work Ethic
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Caring and Understanding
- Positive Reinforcement
- Emotionally Supportive
- Strong Computer Skills
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) Initial Certificate 10/26/2023
- Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) Initial Certificate 08/31/2023
- Fingerprint Clearance Complete
- Handle with Care Certified
- Child Abuse ID Complete
- School Violence /SAVE Complete
- DASA/ Dignity For All Students Complete
- Training in Health and Safety Education Complete
Languages
Albanian
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Wappingers Central School District
10.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Rose Hill Manor
06.2023 - 09.2023
Student Teacher
Rondout Valley Central School District
01.2023 - 03.2023
Substitute Teacher, K-6
Wappingers Central School District
09.2017 - 10.2023
Student Teacher
P.S. 171 Patrick Henry
03.2017 - 05.2017
Student Teacher
Walden Elementary School
01.2017 - 03.2017
Childcare Intern
08.2012 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Language
SUNY College At Brockport
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood and Childhood Education
SUNY New Paltz
Associate of Science - Early Childhood and Childhood Education
SUNY Dutchess Community College
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