Naqueenya Shuff
Bronx ,NY
Summary
At Community Life Head Start, as a Group teacher where I fostered a supportive learning environment, enhancing student engagement through interactive methods. Skilled in classroom management and critical thinking, I maintained strong relationships with all stakeholders, significantly contributing to the educational journey of each students by employing both hard and soft skills effectively.
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Community Life Head Start
10.2010 - 10.2024
- I developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by fostering an environment that encouraged open communication and support. I managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and enforcing established rules and consequences. I enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities. I maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
Education
MBA - Special Education in Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06-2027
Bachelor of Science - Social Work in Science
Touro College
New York, NY06-2010
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Child Development
- Student assessment
- Learning Strategies
- Student needs assessment
- Student evaluations
- Special Needs Students
- Special Education
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Family involvement
- Social-emotional learning
- IEP planning
- Positive Learning Environment
- Student Motivation and Engagement
Timeline
Teacher
Community Life Head Start
10.2010 - 10.2024
MBA - Special Education in Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work in Science
Touro College
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