Marlene P. Funk
Ossining,NY
Summary
Dedicated student teacher lends creative approach to classroom preparation, policy and presentation. Promotes collaborative environment focused on curriculum and strategy development prioritizing productive, customizable learning practices. Passionate teacher excels at sharing unique approach to individualized instruction to keep students on pace. No task too small in supporting teachers, administrators and at-large school community.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Ossining Children’s Center
01.2023 - Current
- Current interim head teacher of Kindergarten.
- Provide daily homework help, literacy practice, and interactive lessons.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Dance Instructor & Tutor
Theodore D. Young Community Center
01.2022 - Current
- Teach and choreograph classes for groups of up to 20 students (ages 5–11).
- Tutor children in reading, writing, and math; coordinate youth arts showcases.
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
Teaching Assistant
Ossining High School’s summer theatre camp
01.2021 - 01.2021
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Worked with director to develop effective use of rehearsal times.
Page
Ossining Public Library
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Organized books and maintained children’s reading area.
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
- Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
Private Tutor
Self-employeed
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Peer tutor for grades K–9 across subjects, with a focus on literacy support.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
- Reviewed materials for student classes to enhance learning and used unique ways to reinforce program materials.
Counselor
Fresh Start Camp
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Supervised children ages 5–12 and led educational and recreational activities.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre & English Literature
Manhattanville University
Purchase New Tork01.2025
Master of Arts - Adolescent Education (Grades 5–12), English Concentration
Manhattanville University
Purchase, NY05-2026
Skills
- Student-centered lesson planning (NYS Next Gen Standards)
- Learning support
- Supplementary instruction
- Behavior modification
- Differentiation for English Language Learners (SIOP framework)
- Classroom management & student engagement
- Digital tools: Google Suite, Canva, Padlet, Kahoot, Prezi, Flipgrid, QLab basics, and more
- Classroom restocking
Affiliations
- President, Manhattanville K-Pop Dance Crew | Vice President, Mville Minds in Motion | Vice President, Royalty Step Team | Head Choreographer, Latin Fusion Dance Team
- Director of NYC-based award-winning dance troupes
Field Observations
- Ossining Children’s Center (K-6, 2022-24)
- Sleepy Hollow High School (10th & 12th Grade English, 2024-25)
- Fox Lane High School (TESOL Classes, 2025)
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Ossining Children’s Center
01.2023 - Current
Dance Instructor & Tutor
Theodore D. Young Community Center
01.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Ossining High School’s summer theatre camp
01.2021 - 01.2021
Counselor
Fresh Start Camp
06.2019 - 08.2019
Page
Ossining Public Library
01.2018 - 01.2021
Private Tutor
Self-employeed
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre & English Literature
Manhattanville University
Master of Arts - Adolescent Education (Grades 5–12), English Concentration
Manhattanville University
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