Maria Cresly Taylor
Teacher
Bronx,New York
Summary
Confident in delivering results-focused teaching for consistent, measurable academic achievement. Easily manages both large and small classes using adaptable strategies that appeal to diverse personalities, backgrounds and learning types. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction environments, allowing for optimal lesson engagement and schedule flexibility. Results-oriented Adult Education Instructor dedicated to strengthening student knowledge, skills and judgment using innovative tools and responsive learning strategies. Actively evaluates student engagement and progress to evolve lesson plans and boost classroom productivity. Pushes technology-centered teaching methods to promote lesson interaction and inspire drive for independent learning.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Teacher
Mosholu Montefiore Community Center
12.2023 - Current
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Contributed to school-wide professional development initiatives by leading workshops on best practices for teaching ESL learners across different grade levels.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
Teacher
Achievers Heart Of Knowledge Montessori Inc.
05.2014 - 05.2021
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Teacher
Cavite Heart Of Knowledge Montessori
05.2006 - 04.2014
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
English Instructor
Cavite State University
04.2003 - 04.2004
- Created and administered interactive activities for students.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting for optimal comprehension of material covered.
- Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
- Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
Teacher
Montessori De San Lorenzo School
04.1998 - 03.2003
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Management
San Pablo College
Philippines06.2024
No Degree - Special Education
Western College Inc
Philippines07.2022
Master of Arts - Administration And Supervision
Western College Inc
Philippines07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Education Major in English
St. Michaels College of Laguna
Philippines04.1998
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Recordkeeping expertise
- Individualized Instruction
- Interactive Teaching
- Lesson Plan Development
- Technology Integration
- Proficient in creating and maintaining schedules
- Student assessment
- Teaching strategies
Affiliations
- Executive Secretary, United Federation of Fil-Am Educators New York
- Adviser United Federation of Fil-Am Educators New Mexico
- President Balibago National High School Alumni Association Philippines
Certification
1. Licensure Examinations Philippines - 2000
2. NYSTCE Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills 02-23-24
TRAINING /WORKSHOPS
1. Training in School Violence Prevention and Intervention ( February 15, 2024)
United Federation of Teachers Headquarters, Manhattan
2.ESL Training Practicum: Teaching Multi level adult ESL students with varied background
Mosholu Montefiore Community Center
Pelham Parkway
December up to the present
3. Attended Several Training /workshops in the Philippines related to education and management.
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Mosholu Montefiore Community Center
12.2023 - Current
Teacher
Achievers Heart Of Knowledge Montessori Inc.
05.2014 - 05.2021
Teacher
Cavite Heart Of Knowledge Montessori
05.2006 - 04.2014
English Instructor
Cavite State University
04.2003 - 04.2004
Teacher
Montessori De San Lorenzo School
04.1998 - 03.2003
Ph.D. - Educational Management
San Pablo College
No Degree - Special Education
Western College Inc
Master of Arts - Administration And Supervision
Western College Inc
Bachelor of Arts - Education Major in English
St. Michaels College of Laguna
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