Malu Freitas
Fort Lee,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and reliable Preschool Assistant teacher with over 7 years of experience delivering high-quality, engaging lessons across grades Pre-K to 12 as a substitute teacher and teaching assistance. Proven ability to manage classrooms effectively, support diverse student needs, and maintain a positive learning environment. Fluent in English and Portuguese, with working knowledge of Spanish. Committed to fostering a love of learning and supporting student success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Para-Educated
Kipp Life Academy
Newark, NJ
09.2004 - Current
- Supported lead teachers in developing and implementing individualized lesson plans.
- Provided targeted intervention and support for small groups and individual students.
- Assisted in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teachers and parents.
Substitute Teacher
Dwight Englewood School
Englewood, New Jersey
09.2010 - 06.2017
- Delivered engaging lessons across early childhood education; Fulfilled short and long-term teaching engagements at Dwight Englewood; Set clear expectations for students; maintained and reinforced all classroom rules; Used positive classroom management techniques to ensure good student behavior at all times; Adapted teachers' strategies to each student's requirement, including those with barriers to learning; Selected by Lower School Principal to shadow a Kindergarten student who was struggling with a severe health issue; Hired as a full-time Pre-K Assistant Teacher to finish the school year for a teacher on health leave; Specially chosen for after-school care program position to care for children enrolled in early childhood education.
Education
Master in Science (MS) - Global Affairs-with focus on Environmental Issues
Rutgers University
Newark, New Jersey01.2012
Bachelor in Humanities - Sociology
Montclair State University
Newark, New Jersey05.2004
Skills
- Environmental issues
- Traveling
- Dancing
- Hiking
- Meeting new people
- Classroom management
- Special education
- Informal assessments
- Feedback
- Task prioritization
- Student record management
- Resting time expert
- Caring
- Empathetic
- Patient approach
- English
- Portuguese
- Spanish
- Italian
- Social Perceptiveness
Volunteer Experience
- UN Women (United Nations-headquarter,New York,NY, Sustainable Development, Environmental Politics, Global Environmental issues, Global Political Economy, Global Governance, Ethical Issues in Public Policies, Development of Global System and Administration, Research methods, Global health
- Climate Reality Project, Certified by Climate Reality Leadership Corps
Affiliations
- Environmental issues, traveling, dancing, hiking, and meeting new people.
Skills
Portuguese
Professional
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Italian
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Dwight Englewood School
09.2010 - 06.2017
Para-Educated
Kipp Life Academy
09.2004 - Current
Master in Science (MS) - Global Affairs-with focus on Environmental Issues
Rutgers University
Bachelor in Humanities - Sociology
Montclair State University