NORA CETINKAYA
Whittier,CA
Summary
As an education professional, brings a wealth of experience in creating dynamic and inclusive learning experiences. Proven ability to engage students and cultivate positive learning environments. Known for strong collaboration and flexibility, ensuring smooth adaptation to evolving educational needs. Skilled in curriculum development and classroom management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District
10.2025 - Current
- Completed a long-term teaching assignment in second grade at Eastwood Elementary School.
- Delivered engaging lesson plans to diverse student groups, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet varying student needs and learning styles effectively.
- Managed classroom behavior, maintaining a positive and respectful atmosphere for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement curriculum adjustments based on student performance feedback.
Classroom Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Responsible for planning and implementing daily lesson plans in all subject areas in my fifth grade classroom.
- Administered and graded assessments for all units of study and sent regular testing results home to parents in addition to report cards.
- Took into consideration the social, emotional, and physical well-being of all of my students and planned lessons that fostered growth in these areas as well.
- Communicated regularly with parents through online messages, phone calls home, and parent conferences.
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Reviewed each student's individual strengths and areas of need and created a plan that focused on bringing them up to grade level standards in all subject areas. I planned each lesson specifically for the individual student that I worked with and reviewed assessments regularly to check for understanding.
Classroom Teacher
Morongo Unified School District
08.2006 - 06.2019
- Planned daily lessons, taught all subject areas, administered student assessments, created report cards quarterly, regularly communicated with parents, and held parent conferences.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, English As A Second Language
Millersville University
Millersville, PA05-2006
Skills
- Inclusive teaching
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Problem-solving skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student assessment
Certification
- California Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- California Clear CLAD Certificate
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Spanish - Intermediate
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District
10.2025 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
10.2021 - 07.2024
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
01.2020 - 08.2022
Classroom Teacher
Morongo Unified School District
08.2006 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, English As A Second Language
Millersville University