Lyndsay Gonzalez
Long Beach,NY
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience at P.S. 097Q, focusing on structured literacy and differentiated instruction. Demonstrated expertise in supporting multilingual learners and enhancing family engagement. Proficient in Microsoft Office and adept at utilizing Canva to create engaging educational materials, resulting in improved student outcomes in diverse classroom settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grades K-1
P.S. 097Q - The Forest Park School, NYC Department of Education
New York, NY
03.2025 - Current
- Planned and delivered standards-aligned lessons for Grade K and 1 students
- Differentiated instruction through small-group support tailored to individual learning needs
- Supported early literacy through phonics and guided reading
- Scaffolded instruction for English Language Learners, enhancing language acquisition and comprehension
- Communicated regularly with families, fostering partnerships and keeping them informed of student progress
ENL Student Teacher
Steele Elementary School
Baldwin, NY
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Planned and delivered targeted ENL instruction for students across varying English proficiency levels to enhance language acquisition
- Differentiated instruction for newcomers, long-term ELLs, and students with IEPs to meet diverse learning needs and promote inclusivity
- Scaffolded content with visuals, sentence frames, and structured partner talk to facilitate understanding and engagement
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to support language development across content areas
Reading T.A.
North Oceanside Road Elementary School #5
Oceanside, NY
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Enhanced phonics, fluency, and comprehension skills through tailored lessons
- Collaborated with teachers to monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly
- Provided pull-out and push-in reading intervention for grades 1-6
Teacher Assistant - Pre-K
West Elementary School
Long Beach, NY
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated individual and small group lesson reviews, promoting understanding and engagement.
- Supported Pre-K teacher by organizing lesson materials and arranging equipment to enhance learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior during classroom, hallway, and recreational activities to ensure safety and adherence to school policies.
Kids Academy Supervisor
Life Time Athletics
Garden City, NY
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Facilitated social-emotional development through active supervision and engagement with children
- Supervised daily operations to ensure exceptional member experience and service quality.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service standards and operational procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling and assignments for team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
William B. Ward Elementary School
New Rochelle, NY
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lessons aligned with NYS standards to enhance student understanding
- Facilitated inclusive learning environments through differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles in kindergarten classroom.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to promote social and emotional growth among students.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to implement curriculum aligned with educational standards.
Camp and Bus Counselor
Crestwood Country Day Camp and School
Melville, NY
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Oversaw camper safety and supported personal development, skill achievement, and overall well-being
- Delivered engaging educational and recreational activities that enhanced participant enjoyment and learning
- Monitored and enforced safety guidelines for campers during transportation to and from camp
Education
M.S. - TESOL
CUNY Queens College
Queens, NY05.2025
B.S. - Early Childhood/Childhood Education
Iona University
New Rochelle, NY05.2023
Skills
- Literacy instruction
- Literacy assessment
- Group instruction
- Classroom management and routines
- Multilingual support
- Family collaboration
- Visual learning tools
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Google Drive applications
Teaching Certifications
- New York State Initial Certification, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Grades K-12
- New York State Initial Certification, Early Childhood Education (B-2) and Childhood Education (1-6)
Instructional Skills
- Structured literacy & phonics instruction
- Small-group and differentiated instruction
- Support for Multilingual Learners
- Classroom management & routines
- Family communication and collaboration
Technology And Activities
- Proficient in Canva, Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Proficient in Google Drive: Docs, Slides, Sheets, Google Classroom
- Executive Board Member, Gamma Lambda Rho Sorority (Recording Secretary)
Professional Development And Training
- Trained in Sound Wall, Fundations, HMH, Eureka Math (K-8)
- Experienced in classroom technology platforms and AI integration
Timeline
Teacher, Grades K-1
P.S. 097Q - The Forest Park School, NYC Department of Education
03.2025 - Current
ENL Student Teacher
Steele Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Reading T.A.
North Oceanside Road Elementary School #5
09.2024 - 02.2025
Teacher Assistant - Pre-K
West Elementary School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Kids Academy Supervisor
Life Time Athletics
05.2023 - 07.2023
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
William B. Ward Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Camp and Bus Counselor
Crestwood Country Day Camp and School
06.2021 - 08.2021
M.S. - TESOL
CUNY Queens College
B.S. - Early Childhood/Childhood Education
Iona University