Marlene Godoy
Teacher
Monroe,NC
Summary
Experienced ELA and Special Education educator with a strong focus on integrating technology to boost student engagement and collaboration. Proven track record of empowering diverse learners and achieving educational success. Skilled in developing tailored instructional strategies that meet individual student needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
ELA HS TEACHER & SPECIAL EDUCATION LIAISON
VIRTUAL INNOVATORS ACADEMY
New York, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Deliver engaging, standards-aligned ELA instruction in a fully remote learning environment, supporting diverse learners through differentiated strategies.
- Serve as Special Education Liaison, managing data reporting, compliance requirements, and communication between school leadership and district staff.
- Collaborate with colleagues and families to analyze student progress, implement targeted interventions, and foster academic growth.
- Provide ongoing feedback and support through digital platforms, ensuring strong participation and meaningful student engagement online.
ELA HS ICT TEACHER
NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL
New York, USA
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Co-plan & co-teach with ELA teachers to mirror modified versions of school wide curriculum that meets the needs of students with IEP'S and academically struggling students.
- Use restorative justice strategies to engage students in discussions regarding behaviors that impact the school community.
- Utilize online educational platforms to engage students that are learning from home.
- Maintain accurate records and provide feedback to parents and students regarding their needs and progress.
ELA ONLINE TUTOR
EDTECH TUTORING
South Orange, USA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Kept open communication with clients parents and teachers in regards to students needs and success with mastery of standards.
- Customized online synchronous lessons based off of teachers feedback as well as my own assessments to meet the needs of the student.
- Collaborated with technology teacher to improve engagement strategies during online lessons.
4TH- 7TH GRADE ELA RESOURCE/ICT TEACHER
HEYWOOD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Orange, USA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Collaborate with lead teachers to provide in class support to students with disabilities.
- Provided reading intervention to students reading below grade level.
- Analyzed instructional software reports to inform instruction for academically struggling students.
- Partook in parent meetings to discuss students progress towards meeting IEP goals.
- Provided translation services for Spanish speaking parents during IEP meetings.
- Updated present levels of performance, classroom accommodations, and standards based goals on students IEPs.
- Facilitated homework help/tutoring sessions for students that attended after school programs.
ELA TEACHER
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE
Bronx, USA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Used a data driven approach to track the academic progress of all students and to inform instruction.
- Prepared middle and high school students for state exams and maintained a 95% pass rate on middle school state exams in 2017.
- Promoted a student-centered classroom by engaging students in shared inquiry, Socratic seminars and in co-planning/teaching opportunities.
TEACHER & HEAD OF ELA DEPARTMENT
ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY
New York, USA
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with co-teachers on implementing and executing common core aligned interdisciplinary units that met the needs of English Language Learners, students with IEPs and the general education population.
- Facilitated professional development sessions in which teachers analyzed the effectiveness of their lessons and shared best teaching practices.
- Served as head of the high school ELA department.
- Collaborated with administrative staff to set department goals.
- Organized portfolios, conferencing data binders and facilitated student led conferences.
Creative Arts Coordinator
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE
New York, USA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Hired, oversaw, trained, and supported teaching artist in implementing project based learning activities with National Common Core State Standards.
- Provided feedback to teachers on curriculum and lesson plans to ensure that they provided rigor, creativity, and differentiation.
- Formed relationships with external organizations to expose students to other creative outlets and enhance their educational experience.
- Organized quarterly artistic presentations that showcased student's work and performances.
- Recruited and retained new program participants and collaborated with other departments to ensure program goals were successfully met.
After School Teacher/Student Advocate
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE
New York, USA
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Taught ELA regents prep and life skills to freshman and junior classes.
- Planned and implemented curriculums for high school ELL students.
- Assisted with study skills and homework of various subject matters.
- Participated in community outreach activities and served as an academic advisor for participants.
9TH GRADE SELF CONTAINED LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Bread and Roses Integrated Arts High School
New York, USA
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Assumed all responsibilities of a regular appointed classroom teacher, including professional development, communication with parents, assessment of students.
- Taught English curriculum to self contained special education students.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and organized student portfolios.
- Differentiated lessons to meet the needs of students with IEPs.
K-12 PARAPROFESSIONAL
New York City Department of Education School Districts
New York, USA
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Taught New York State core curriculum in the form of mini lessons in order to assist students in problematic subject areas and topics.
- Assisted students with disabilities with feeding, changing, and bussing.
- Aided teachers with classroom management and planning extracurricular activities.
Teachers Assistant
METRO NORTH AND CARVER DAY CARE CENTER
New York, USA
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Assisted lead teacher with implementing age appropriate activities and lessons for children ages 2-5.
- Engaged in active play with students to help them develop gross motor skills.
Administrative Assistant in Special Needs Resource Department
METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL
New York, USA
06.2001 - 08.2001
- Answered phones and organized a filing system for patients personal documents.
- Translated incoming phone calls for program director.
- Assisted program director in coordinating services for children with special needs.
- Sanitized and organized toys and equipment children used during play therapy.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
TOURO COLLEGE
NEW YORK, NYBachelor of Arts - English and Adolescent Education
HUNTER COLLEGE
NEW YORK, NYSkills
- Canvas, iLearn, & Google Classroom
- SESIS, Easy IEP, New visions portal
- Lexia, IXL, and iReady
- CommonLit & NEWSELA
- Achieve 3000
- Read180, System 44 & Learning Ally
- Snap & Read
- Nearpod
- Quizizz & Kahoot
- Pathfull & Wayfinder
- Google Slides, Canva & Pear Deck
Certification
- NY State Professional Certificate, Teacher of English Language Arts (7-12)
- NY State Professional Certificate, Teacher of Students with Disabilities Generalist (7-12)
- NJ State Standard Certificate of Eligibility, Teacher of Language Arts
- NJ State Standard Certificate of Eligibility, Teacher of Students with Disabilities (K-12)
References
References furnished Upon request.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
ELA HS TEACHER & SPECIAL EDUCATION LIAISON
VIRTUAL INNOVATORS ACADEMY
01.2023 - Current
ELA HS ICT TEACHER
NEW DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL
01.2020 - 01.2023
ELA ONLINE TUTOR
EDTECH TUTORING
01.2019 - 01.2020
4TH- 7TH GRADE ELA RESOURCE/ICT TEACHER
HEYWOOD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2017 - 01.2019
ELA TEACHER
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL SCIENCE
01.2016 - 01.2017
TEACHER & HEAD OF ELA DEPARTMENT
ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY
01.2012 - 01.2016
Creative Arts Coordinator
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE
01.2011 - 01.2012
9TH GRADE SELF CONTAINED LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Bread and Roses Integrated Arts High School
01.2010 - 01.2011
K-12 PARAPROFESSIONAL
New York City Department of Education School Districts
01.2006 - 01.2010
After School Teacher/Student Advocate
HARLEM CHILDREN'S ZONE
01.2004 - 01.2012
Teachers Assistant
METRO NORTH AND CARVER DAY CARE CENTER
01.2002 - 01.2003
Administrative Assistant in Special Needs Resource Department
METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL
06.2001 - 08.2001
Master of Science - Special Education
TOURO COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts - English and Adolescent Education
HUNTER COLLEGE
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