Raphael Armenti
South Orange
Summary
Dynamic educator with expertise in classroom management and project-based learning. Known for promoting a growth mindset in students and utilizing formative assessments to drive instructional strategies for optimal learning outcomes as well as skilled in student motivation, classroom management, and differentiated instruction. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing literacy outcomes through innovative lesson planning and effective collaboration.
Overview
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Certification
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead ELA Teacher
Empowerment Academy
Jersey City, NJ
08.2023 - 06.2026
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve literacy skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking.
- Integrated technology tools to support differentiated instruction in the classroom.
- Facilitated small group discussions to encourage student participation and dialogue.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to strengthen home-school communication and support student success.
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs and ensure student success.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to improve their performance and master course material.
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, enhancing students'' understanding of the connection between subjects.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to identify areas of improvement within the curriculum and adjust lesson plans accordingly.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
Professional Chef
Various NYC Bistro's
New York, NY
03.1996 - 01.2016
- Led kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and presentation in fast-paced environments.
- Developed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients to enhance culinary offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering skills and promoting teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Implemented cost-control measures, optimizing ingredient usage while maintaining quality standards.
Paratrooper
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Bragg, NC
03.1993 - 03.1996
- Executed airborne operations, ensuring mission readiness and team safety during high-stakes deployments.
- Conducted rigorous training exercises, enhancing combat preparedness and operational effectiveness among unit members.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement tactical strategies for successful mission execution.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ12-2020
Skills
- Student motivation: by staying continually positive and engaged, connecting with individual students through text and personal experience
- Reading comprehension: using various differentiation techniques and scaffolding and chunking Using active monitoring with frequent check ins and clipboard data collection
- Literary analysis: Teaching analytic skill sets by annotation, CER methodology, assessment analysis, data collection ad analysis and group discussions as well as daily reviews ad reflections Providing real time feedback when possible
- Classroom management; building and implementing a safe academic environment with minimum distractions to provide best opportunity for learning
- Project-based learning; Using different skills to engage in projects to provide ideas of different perspectives on ideas
- Interpersonal relationships; Building a collaborative relationship with colleagues as well as being active participant in school community
Accomplishments
- Directed book donations initiative centered on literacy.
- Networking with organizations to create opportunities for adventure and a wider cultural world view
- Collaborated with team of 5-7 in the development of improved departmental modifications to ensure alignment differentiation,and scaffolding steps.
Certification
- CE Provisional Certification - active
- ELA K-12 Training - certification pending
- Instructional endorsement
Date Issued
7/14/2023
Type
CE
License Issued By
Endorsement Title
Middle School with Subject-Matter Specialization: English Language Arts in Grades 5 - 8
Endorsement Code
1106
Description
This endorsement authorizes the holder to teach English language arts full-time in grades five through eight in all public schools. This endorsement does not permit the holder to teach the subject matter specialization in grades nine through 12.
Timeline
Lead ELA Teacher
Empowerment Academy
08.2023 - 06.2026
Professional Chef
Various NYC Bistro's
03.1996 - 01.2016
Paratrooper
U.S. Army Active Duty
03.1993 - 03.1996
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Rutgers University