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Michelle Abbasi

North Brunswick,NJ

Summary

Goal oriented and results driven educator with 26 years honed expertise in learning and teaching, financial and resource management and administration. Experienced in leading staff to improve pedagogy, practice and performance.


Adept at identifying optimal curricula, aligning instruction with learning goals. A sound planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Substitute Teacher Pre K - 7th Grade

ESS
04.2023 - Current
  • Taught kindergarten for 3 months at JFK Elementary in Jamesburg NJ.
  • Taught 7th Grade ELA for 4 months at Grace M Breckwedel Middle School in Jamesburg NJ.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Deputy Principal

Glen Eden Intermediate School
10.2009 - 12.2022
  • Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
  • Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
  • Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
  • Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
  • Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
  • Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
  • Researched and wrote proposals for educational grants.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Introduced modifications to all curriculum areas and introduced new, effective instructional techniques.
  • Established and updated objectives and tools for overall program and each department to enhance operations.
  • Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
  • Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Established instructional practices driven through statistical performance data.

Classroom Teacher & Team Leader

Glen Eden Intermediate
10.1999 - 12.2008
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.

Classroom Teacher

Henderson Primary School
01.1996 - 09.1999
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.

Customer Service Representative

New Zealand Post
01.1993 - 12.1997
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Developed and updated databases to handle customer data.
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
  • Optimized customer support by establishing collaborative service environments through targeted operational initiatives.

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership - Educational Leadership

UNITEC Institue of Technology
Auckland,
12.2012

Certificate of Proficiency - Second Language Specialist (Spanish)

University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
05.2007

Diploma in Teaching - Specialization in Education

University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
02.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
09.1996

Skills

  • School Operations
  • Community Engagement
  • Staff Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Process Improvement
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Staff Development
  • Statistical Data
  • School Communications
  • Academic Program Management
  • Human Resources
  • Staff Meetings
  • Academic Standards
  • Communications Expertise

Additional Information

  • Assessment for Learning
  • GROWTH Coaching & Mentoring
  • Writers Toolbox PLD
  • Professional Learning Growth Cycle
  • Inclusive Education
  • Accelerated Learning in Literacy & Mathematics
  • Developing Digital Technology Curriculum

Certification

CEAS K-6 Issued by the New Jersey Department of Education

Teacher Practising Certificate issued by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand

Work Availability

monday
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Accomplishments

  • Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
  • Employed as an Across School Leader working with 11 schools in the district to develop a local curriculum that strived to enhance the academic pathway of students within the learning community.
  • Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
  • Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
  • Data Organization - Organized scores of over 1000 students into online database for immediate stakeholder access.
  • Administration - Managed Writers Toolbox initiative that resulted in 80%-85% 7th and 8th Grade students achieving at the expected academic level in writing.

Timeline

Substitute Teacher Pre K - 7th Grade

ESS
04.2023 - Current

Deputy Principal

Glen Eden Intermediate School
10.2009 - 12.2022

Classroom Teacher & Team Leader

Glen Eden Intermediate
10.1999 - 12.2008

Classroom Teacher

Henderson Primary School
01.1996 - 09.1999

Customer Service Representative

New Zealand Post
01.1993 - 12.1997

Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership - Educational Leadership

UNITEC Institue of Technology

Certificate of Proficiency - Second Language Specialist (Spanish)

University of Auckland

Diploma in Teaching - Specialization in Education

University of Auckland

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Auckland

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