Natalie Rosa Mendez
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Grade 6
Kearny Board of Education
09.2024 - Current
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Bayonne Board Of Education
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
Military Police Officer
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2018 - 09.2022
- Documented and organized security information accurately and efficiently.
- Provided emergency response security, eliminating hazards, and potential dangers.
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $10,000.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic, and responded to emergencies on base.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Leadership
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ05.2024
High school Diploma - Theater
Arts High School
Newark, NJ06.2016
Skills
- Learning strategies
- Innovative lesson planning
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Subject matter expertise
- Cooperative learning experience
- Student engagement
- Positive role model and mentor
- Elementary education
Awards
- Dean's List, 2023
- Tri Alpha Honor's Society, 2022
- National Leadership Honor's Society, 2022
References
Available upon request.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher, Grade 6
Kearny Board of Education
09.2024 - Current
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Bayonne Board Of Education
11.2023 - 06.2024
Military Police Officer
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2018 - 09.2022
High school Diploma - Theater
Arts High School
Master of Arts - Education Leadership
Saint Peter's University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education K-6
Saint Peter's University
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