MARIA A. CARDOZO
Katonah
Summary
Dedicated, student-focused teacher with proven strengths in providing effective instruction and excellent behavioral management skills. Fluent in two languages and able to facilitate group discussions. Exceptional capacity to multitask manage numerous often competing priorities with ease while fostering the provision of always putting the student first. Results, differentiated driven instruction that cater to diverse learning styles.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English as a Second Language Teacher
Brookside Elementary School
08.2014 - 07.2022
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Developed individualized learning plans tailored to each student''s unique needs, ensuring a targeted approach to language acquisition and skill development.
2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher
Brookside Elementary School
08.2009 - 07.2014
- Developed and implemented engaging dual language curricula to enhance student language acquisition.
- Fostered a culturally responsive classroom environment promoting inclusivity and respect among diverse student populations.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adjusting teaching methods to meet individual learning needs.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling learners through individualized intervention plans and regular progress monitoring.
Spanish Dual Language Teacher
Brookside Elementary School
07.2006 - 06.2008
- Developed and implemented engaging bilingual curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Fostered positive learning environment promoting cultural awareness and language proficiency.
- Collaborated with staff to integrate dual language strategies across grade levels.
- Utilized technology and interactive tools to enhance student engagement in language acquisition.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
- Organized parent workshops to support bilingual education initiatives and community involvement.
BILINGUAL SCHOOL TEACHER – CTT CLASS
P.S 145 - Brooklyn, NY
01.2004 - 01.2006
- On this Collaborative Team-teaching Class, perform as a Regular Education Teacher collaborating with the Special Education Teacher to individualize instruction based on the students’ IEPs. Provide children with learning experiences that promote their cognitive, social, and emotional development. Teach reading and writing following the Columbia University Teacher’s College workshop model. Work closely with parents, through observation and through the incorporation of technology into the curriculum by using the “Breakthrough to Literacy” reading and phonics program. Provide math instruction using the program “Everyday Math”.
BILINGUAL SCHOOL TEACHER
P.S 145 - Brooklyn, NY
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Taught kindergarten core curriculum in a challenging classroom setting, maintained classroom order. Collaborated with planning and developing the reading and writing units of study for the whole grade. Grouped students accordingly to their individual needs, worked closely with students and parents, attended Teachers’ College workshops, and participated in leadership groups to enhance learning instruction and to grow as an educator. Managed written communication to parents in their native language including bilingual report cards and all other progress reports sent home. Worked with the Brooklyn Botanic Garden in “Project Green” where children were able to gain hands on experience on plants and their environment.
DUAL LANGUAGE TEACHER
P.S 145 - Brooklyn, NY
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Worked along with a team-teacher in the planning of lessons to meet the curriculum goals and objectives and to provide excellent education opportunities to all students. Utilized ESL techniques to facilitate the learning of a second language for Spanish proficient students and English speakers. Taught reading and writing following the Balanced Literacy Model. Fostered effective, on-going communication with parents providing verbal reports and written notes on children’s progress.
Education
Masters of Science in Education - Bilingual Extension
ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY
Queens, New York01-2004
Bachelor of Psychology - Cum Laude
THE CITY COLLEGE OF NEW YORK
New York, New York01-1998
Administration And Supervision - Westchester Bilingual Teacher Leadership Academy
Fordham University
West Harrison NY06-2011
Skills
- Kind and compassionate
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Vocabulary enrichment
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Fluent in Spanish
- Student assessments
Certification
- Permanent Certificate: Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and grades 1-6 2004
- Permanent Certificate: Bilingual Education(Elementary) 2004
- Professional Certificate: English to Speakers of other Languages 2011
ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES
Spanish
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher
Brookside Elementary School
08.2014 - 07.2022
2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher
Brookside Elementary School
08.2009 - 07.2014
Spanish Dual Language Teacher
Brookside Elementary School
07.2006 - 06.2008
BILINGUAL SCHOOL TEACHER – CTT CLASS
P.S 145 - Brooklyn, NY
01.2004 - 01.2006
BILINGUAL SCHOOL TEACHER
P.S 145 - Brooklyn, NY
01.2003 - 01.2004
DUAL LANGUAGE TEACHER
P.S 145 - Brooklyn, NY
01.2001 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Psychology - Cum Laude
THE CITY COLLEGE OF NEW YORK
Masters of Science in Education - Bilingual Extension
ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY
Administration And Supervision - Westchester Bilingual Teacher Leadership Academy
Fordham University
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- NABE (National Association for Bilingual Education) Annual Conference (Phoenix) January 2006
- Teacher’s College Leadership Group Focused on Small Group Instruction Fall 2005
- Teacher’s College 12th Annual Summer Reading Institute Summer 2005
- Teacher’s College 67th Saturday Reunion Spring 2005
- Teacher’s College Yearlong Leadership School Year 2004 - 2005