Paulina Mensah
Newark,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable teacher with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Unified Vailsburg Services Organization
09.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Paraprofessional
Essex Regional Educational Services Commission
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Teacher
McNeilus APS
12.2001 - 07.2009
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
MBA - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Education - Winneba
Ghana05-2013
Skills
- Motivating students
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
Timeline
Teacher
Unified Vailsburg Services Organization
09.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional
Essex Regional Educational Services Commission
01.2019 - 09.2021
Teacher
McNeilus APS
12.2001 - 07.2009
MBA - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Education - Winneba
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