Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Coursework
Honors and Awards
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Mustafa Bengali

Mustafa Bengali

Hackensack,NJ

Summary

Dynamic professional skilled in communication and analysis, adept at enhancing learning experiences through innovative teaching methodologies. Proven ability to elevate student engagement and performance by implementing data-driven strategies, including a successful tutoring initiative. Experienced in fostering collaboration among educators and aligning curriculum with academic standards. Committed to nurturing diverse populations while leveraging technology to improve instructional quality.

Overview

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1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Adjunct Lecturer in Mathematics

The City College of New York, CUNY
06.2026 - Current

Delivered instruction across multiple levels of college mathematics, enhancing student understanding from developmental math to calculus and statistics. Maintained regular office hours to support students with coursework and promptly address inquiries, fostering a conducive learning environment. Grade assignments, midterms, and final exams, and submit final course grades in a timely manner. Attended relevant departmental meetings and collaborated on course coordination. Designed and delivered engaging course materials for diverse student populations. Facilitated interactive discussions to enhance critical thinking skills among students. Developed assessment tools to evaluate student performance and learning outcomes. Provided academic support and mentorship to students, fostering their educational growth. Collaborated with faculty to continuously improve curriculum and instructional strategies. Implemented innovative teaching methods to increase student engagement and retention rates. Conducted research on pedagogical best practices to enhance teaching effectiveness. Led workshops on effective teaching practices for new adjunct faculty members. Evaluated student performance through exams, papers, and participation to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback. Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention. Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program. Organized, prepared, and revised mathematics course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software. Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.

Middle School General Education Teacher

Ascend Public Charter Schools
11.2025 - 03.2026

Planned and delivered rigorous, standards-aligned lessons using Ascend's curriculum, pacing guides, and instructional expectations. Executed lessons that actively engage students, checked for understanding, and adjusted instruction in real time. Used formative and summative assessment data to identify learning gaps and provide targeted support. Maintained strong instructional routines that maximized learning time and promoted student ownership. Analyzed student work, lab reports, and assessment data with instructional leaders to identify trends and plan responsive instruction. Differentiated learning experiences, scaffolded supports, and designed extensions to meet the needs of diverse learners. Used data to track student progress and adjusted instruction to ensure all students meet rigorous academic expectations. Established and maintained a classroom culture rooted in consistency, care, and high expectations. Implemented clear routines, transitions, and behavior systems aligned to school-wide expectations. Built trust-based relationships with students and families through regular, proactive communication. Partnered with families to support student learning, development, and well-being. Completed required administrative tasks such as lesson planning, grading, data entry, and documentation with accuracy and timeliness. Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail in daily work.

Mathematics Educator

Bronx Academy for Software Engineering, NYCDOE
09.2024 - 09.2025

Revamped the math curriculum using data analysis and adaptive learning software, resulting in an improvement in overall student performance. Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques, increasing student participation and engagement by 45%. Launched math tutoring program, enhancing student independence and reducing homework help requests. Utilized smartboards and educational technology, increasing instructional effectiveness and student engagement. Collaborated with school administration to integrate Common Core standards, raising standardized test scores.

Mathematics Adjunct

New Jersey Institute of Technology
01.2022 - 05.2024

Conducted classes professionally according to course coordinator and department chair guidelines. Developed and administered assignments aligned with college's general education and undergraduate mathematics standards, enhancing student comprehension. Arrived at classes on time to ensure a professional learning environment. for full duration of scheduled time. Promptly informed division chair of absence due to illness. and adjunct faculty liaison promptly in case of illness. Organized alternative educational activities for students during faculty absence. for student use during faculty illness. Recommended additional readings and guided students to deepen understanding of mathematical concepts. Provided targeted support to students needing assistance, scheduling consultation sessions to address individual learning needs.

Adjunct Lecturer in Mathematics

Pace University
01.2020 - 01.2024

Promoted student success through flexible teaching style and dedication to scholarly excellence. Participate in curriculum development discussions, support campus events including orientation and graduation, open houses. Teaching/mentoring students. Enhanced learning environment by engaging in research, scholarship, service, and academic advising. Implemented curriculum and course objectives by actively engaging students. Become part of a dynamic team of educational professionals, teaching in a dynamic classroom online/ hybrid setting.

Customer Service Experience Associate

Nordstrom, Inc.
12.2019 - 01.2023

Supported store operations through sales counter and cashiering activities, employee training, inventory control, stocking, merchandise display, purchasing, loss prevention, and problem resolution, gaining sales expertise and understanding of industry norms. Connected consumers with resources and persuaded them to switch from competitors by delivering exceptional customer service. Utilized creative promotions in order to build rapport among existing clientele, to leverage position with new customers, to maximize franchise profitability, and to utilize an an impressive record for service and reliability. Led cross-functional teams to streamline inventory management processes. Developed training programs for new staff to enhance customer service delivery. Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing merchandising strategies. Implemented operational improvements that increased efficiency in stock replenishment. Mentored junior associates, fostering professional development and team collaboration.

Building-Based Substitute Teacher

Mott Hall High School, NYCDOE
12.2021 - 12.2022

Provided meaningful instruction to students in assigned classrooms while the regular teacher was absent. Executed regular teacher's routines, procedures, lesson plans, and curriculum objectives to ensure continuity in student learning. Created and upheld a safe, organized classroom environment conducive to student engagement and learning. Reported any student injuries, illness, and serious discipline problems to school administration.

Lead Teller

JPMorgan Chase & Co.
12.2005 - 05.2008

Supervised daily operations of the teller line, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. Trained and mentored new tellers on customer service protocols and cash handling techniques. Implemented process improvements that enhanced transaction efficiency and reduced errors. Managed cash flow by overseeing vault operations and conducting regular audits. Processed transactions for personal and business clientele and provided them with information regarding bank services in order to surpass franchise expectations and meet goals administered by workplace management. Executed complex transactions and used the computer to enter deposits, payments, and withdrawals. Entrusted by management with handling safe deposit, vault, ATM, bonds/coupons, and night drop activities in order to extend value-added service to existing clientele. Managed cash flow by overseeing vault operations and conducting regular audits. Assisted in resolving complex customer inquiries, promoting relationship building and retention. Collaborated with management to develop strategies for achieving branch performance goals. Monitored teller performance metrics, providing feedback to drive team productivity and morale. Ensured adherence to security protocols while maintaining a positive customer experience.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Analytics

School of Professional Studies, Columbia University
New York, N.Y.
05-2031

Master of Arts - Mathematics Education

Teachers College, Columbia University
New York, N.Y.
10-2020

Master of Arts - Religion

School of General Studies, Columbia University
New York, N.Y.
05-2003

Master of Arts - Middle East And Asian Languages And Cultures

School of General Studies, Columbia University
New York, N.Y.
05-2003

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering And Operations Research

Columbia Engineering
New York, N.Y.
09.1988 - 05.1990

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Data analysis
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Technology integration
  • Student assessment
  • Educational leadership

Accomplishments

Initial Certification in Mathematics, Grades 7-12

New York State Education Department

Expires May 2027

Affiliations

  • National Council for Teachers of Mathematics, 2026;
  • United Federation of Teachers, New York City, 2026;
  • Volunteer, Holy Name Medical Center, Teaneck, N.J., 1990 -2026.

Certification

New York State Initial Certification in Mathematics, Grades 7 - 12, 2022 - 2027; Microsoft Office Suite Certification, Bergen Community College, 2013;

Timeline

Adjunct Lecturer in Mathematics

The City College of New York, CUNY
06.2026 - Current

Middle School General Education Teacher

Ascend Public Charter Schools
11.2025 - 03.2026

Mathematics Educator

Bronx Academy for Software Engineering, NYCDOE
09.2024 - 09.2025

Mathematics Adjunct

New Jersey Institute of Technology
01.2022 - 05.2024

Building-Based Substitute Teacher

Mott Hall High School, NYCDOE
12.2021 - 12.2022

Adjunct Lecturer in Mathematics

Pace University
01.2020 - 01.2024

Customer Service Experience Associate

Nordstrom, Inc.
12.2019 - 01.2023

Lead Teller

JPMorgan Chase & Co.
12.2005 - 05.2008

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering And Operations Research

Columbia Engineering
09.1988 - 05.1990

Master of Science - Applied Analytics

School of Professional Studies, Columbia University

Master of Arts - Mathematics Education

Teachers College, Columbia University

Master of Arts - Religion

School of General Studies, Columbia University

Master of Arts - Middle East And Asian Languages And Cultures

School of General Studies, Columbia University

Coursework

  • Calculus and Analytic Geometry
  • Differential Equations
  • Number Theory
  • Linear Algebra
  • Discrete and Finite Mathematics
  • Combinatorics
  • Game Theory
  • Gender and Culture Studies

Honors and Awards

  • Dean's Fellowship Recipient, School of Professional Studies, Columbia University, 2026 - 2031;
  • Scholarship Recipient, School of General Studies, Columbia University, 1999 - 2003;
  • Member, Phi Theta Kappa, Bergen Community College, 2013;
  • Academic Achievement Award, Asian Heritage Committee, Bergen Community College, 2003;
  • Garden State Distinguished Scholar, New Jersey, 1992.
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