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Paula Kwartler

Mahopac

Summary

Dynamic educator and advisor with extensive experience in the Peekskill City School District, adept at fostering student success through adaptability, cultural sensitivity, and fluency in Spanish. Excelled in creating inclusive learning environments and enhancing student engagement. Proven track record in building meaningful relationships and implementing effective student support strategies.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Club Advisor

Peekskill City School District
09.2024 - Current
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.

Teacher

Peekskill City School District
09.2021 - Current
  • Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
  • Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
  • Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.

College Assistant

Lehman College/SEEK Program
06.2019 - 05.2021
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.

Tutor

Care.com
05.2017 - 07.2019
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
  • Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
  • Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.

Education

Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

SUNY At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY
05-2026

Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

Lehman College
Bronx, NY
06-2023

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Spanish Teacher

Lehman College
Bronx, NY
05-2021

Skills

  • Meeting facilitation
  • Stress management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Student support
  • Diverse student populations
  • Multi-tasking
  • Adaptability
  • Relationship building
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Fundraising
  • Cultural sensitivity

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Sociedad Hispanica de Amistad.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Club Advisor

Peekskill City School District
09.2024 - Current

Teacher

Peekskill City School District
09.2021 - Current

College Assistant

Lehman College/SEEK Program
06.2019 - 05.2021

Tutor

Care.com
05.2017 - 07.2019

Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages

SUNY At Fredonia

Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

Lehman College

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Spanish Teacher

Lehman College

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