Naya Martinez
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in inclusive classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher, Seventh Grade
Kipp Purpose Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units of study, fostering deeper understanding of content across subject areas.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in classroom.
Lead Teacher, Fifth and Sixth Grade
Kipp Newark Community Prep
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
Paraprofessional
Essex Regional Educational Services Commission
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation through use of microsoft word and smart board technologies , which promoted quicker rollout and delivery.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Student Teacher, Seventh and Eighth Grade
Norristown Public Schools
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
- Took over seventh and eighth grade social studies class for 5 months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05.2019
High School Diploma -
Lacordaire Academy
Montclair, NJ05.2015
Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Social development and integration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Elementary education
- Smart Board
- IEP compliance
- Microsoft Office Applications ( Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Completed Workshops in Dealing with Difficult Students and Diversity in Education Training
- Certified Elementary School Teacher in Grades K - 6
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Seventh Grade
Kipp Purpose Academy
08.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher, Fifth and Sixth Grade
Kipp Newark Community Prep
08.2021 - 06.2023
Paraprofessional
Essex Regional Educational Services Commission
09.2019 - 05.2021
Student Teacher, Seventh and Eighth Grade
Norristown Public Schools
01.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Villanova University
High School Diploma -
Lacordaire Academy
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Completed Workshops in Dealing with Difficult Students and Diversity in Education Training
- Certified Elementary School Teacher in Grades K - 6
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