Dynamic Teacher Leader from Irvington Public Schools, adept in instructional leadership and fostering student engagement. Excelled in creating cross-curricular lessons and promoting a nurturing environment, significantly enhancing academic and social growth. Skilled in curriculum development and collaborative learning, embodying a positive role model while driving innovative educational strategies.
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Prafula Patel
Kenilworth,NJ
Summary
Overview
1
year of professional experience
1
Certification
1
Language
Work History
Irvington Public Schools
Teacher Leader
09.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, maximizing student understanding of interconnected concepts.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Union School in Union NjMorris Av In Union NJ
Master Degree 1971 from Early Childhood Education
09.2020
University Overview
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Data-driven decision-making
- Social Studies Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Motivating students
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Lesson Planning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Behavior Management
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Innovative lesson planning
- Classroom Instruction
- Child Development
- Student assessment
- Fluent in Language
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Group Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Student rapport
- Community involvement
- Student evaluations
- Special Needs Students
- Testing and grading
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Instructional Methods
- Faculty Collaboration
- Assigning and Grading Work
- Program Development
- Student Records Management
- Performance Assessments
- Literacy development
- Learning Assessments
- Elementary Education
- ESL- English as Second Language
- Learning Style Assessment
- Test Grading
- Curriculum compliance with State
- Test Proctoring
- State teaching credential
- Standardized Testing
- Alternative Dispute Resolution training
- ESOL Certified
- Team Collaboration
- Positive Learning Environment
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent Communication
- Student Support
- Co-Teaching and Co-Planning
- Social Development
- Classroom Safety Practices
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Audio-Visual Aids
Certification
- Licensed Job Title - Timeframe
- Area of expertise License - Timeframe
- Area of certification Training - Timeframe
Languages
Spanish , Hindi, Gujarati, English
Elementary
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteAccomplishments
Accomplishments
- Lesson Implementation - Met all assigned learning goals through the implementation of [learning activities].
- Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
Interests
To teach elementary school and disabled students
Timeline
Teacher Leader
Irvington Public Schools
09.2022 - 07.2023
Union School in Union Nj
Master Degree 1971 from Early Childhood Education
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