Natalie Doornheim
NJ
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic K-6th licensed teacher with 3 years of experience. Creating engaging and effective lesson plans for diverse learning styles. Skilled in fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student growth and academic achievement. Collaborative by nature, with a strong ability to work with colleagues, parents, and administrators to ensure student success. Committed to ongoing professional development, continuously incorporating the latest educational techniques and technologies into teaching practices. Excited to bring a passion for education and a proven track record of student-centered teaching to a new school community.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Palisades Park Board Education
09.2024 - Current
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
5th Grade Maternity Leave
Lindbergh Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
- Provided engaging and interactive instruction in English Language Arts to a diverse group of 5th-grade students
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment that fostered student engagement and participation
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that catered to individual student needs and learning styles, including differentiation to support struggling students and challenge advanced learners
- Collaborated with colleagues, parents, and school administrators to ensure students' academic and social-emotional needs were met during the maternity leave period
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, behavior, and assessments, and communicated regularly with the returning teacher to ensure a smooth transition back into the classroom.
4th Grade Maternity Leave
Lindbergh Elementary School
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Successfully implemented lesson plans and activities to maintain continuity in students' education during the absence of the primary 4th grade teacher
- Managed classroom dynamics and behavior to create a positive and productive learning environment
- Collaborated with substitute teacher and grade-level team to ensure consistency in curriculum delivery and student expectations
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and abilities
- Established effective classroom management techniques to create a positive and productive learning environment
- Utilized technology tools and resources to enhance teaching and student engagement in the classroom.
Clinical Experience- Student Teaching
Rainbow Elementary School
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Worked productively and consistently with program supervisor, parents, and the community
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles and abilities
- Utilized innovative teaching methods and technology to enhance student comprehension and participation
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities to enrich the curriculum
- Conducted assessments to track student progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement
- Facilitated hands-on learning activities to promote social, emotional, and cognitive development of children
- Maintained a safe and clean environment through regular sanitization and organization of toys and supplies
- Collaborated with parents to understand and address the individual needs and preferences of each child
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to encourage good behavior and conflict resolution among children.
Education
West Chester University
West Chester, PA12.2021
Skills
- Organization
- Classroom Management
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- IEP development
- Adaptability
- Social-emotional learning
Certifications
Elementary School Teacher in Grades K-6 CEAS (New Jersey Department of Education)
Timeline
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Palisades Park Board Education
09.2024 - Current
5th Grade Maternity Leave
Lindbergh Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
4th Grade Maternity Leave
Lindbergh Elementary School
09.2022 - 01.2023
Clinical Experience- Student Teaching
Rainbow Elementary School
09.2020 - 12.2021
West Chester University
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