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Affiliations
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Certification
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Rebecca Jurgens

Queens

Summary

Motivated Student Teacher with experience in creating engaging lesson plans and delivering instructional lectures. Significant strengths include adaptability to various learning styles, effective communication skills, and fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and educational staff. Previously impacted student success through innovative teaching methods and consistent classroom management.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

NYC Department of Education
Woodside
09.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated class discussions to encourage critical thinking and class participation.
  • Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to foster a productive and respectful learning atmosphere.
  • Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips.
  • Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
  • Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open-ended questions during lessons.

Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School & Goldfish Swim School Franchising
Glendale
01.2023 - Current
  • Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.
  • Instructed participants on water safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up equipment and weights for use by class participants.
  • Monitored class participants for appropriate techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.

Teacher Assistant

Saint Joseph's University The Dillon Center
Clinton Hill
09.2024 - 12.2025
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.

Student Teaching Intern

NYC Department of Education
Maspeth
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Mentored and tutored students in a variety of educational topics.
  • Coordinated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions for students requiring extra assistance.
  • Observed lead teacher and provided constructive feedback for mutual professional growth.

Teacher Observations

Saint Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Academy
Maspeth
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
  • Assisted with assessments including standardized tests, informal observations and teacher-made tests.
  • Assisted teachers in grading assignments and tests according to established criteria.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Saint Joseph's University
245 Clinton Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11205
05-2025

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Learning strategies
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking

Affiliations

  • Cookie Decorator
  • Drawing
  • Swimming

Accomplishments

  • Dean's list for four years of College

Certification

New York State Certifications in Childhood Education (Grades 1 - 6), Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 2), Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6) and Students with Disabilities (Birth - Grade 2)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Teacher

NYC Department of Education
09.2024 - Current

Teacher Assistant

Saint Joseph's University The Dillon Center
09.2024 - 12.2025

Student Teaching Intern

NYC Department of Education
09.2023 - 06.2024

Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School & Goldfish Swim School Franchising
01.2023 - Current

Teacher Observations

Saint Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Academy
09.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Saint Joseph's University

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