Robyn Capalbo
Bayville,NJ
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade ELA Teacher, ICR/Resource Teacher
Lakewood Public School District
09.2025 - Current
- Track, monitor, and evaluate student data and tailor lesson plans to individual strengths and weaknesses to improve academic performance
- Prepare and implement lesson plans covering required course topics, in accordance with students' IEPs.
- Promote effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Utilize multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Implement differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Teach age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules, and language skills.
Teacher of Students With Disabilities
Lakewood Public School District
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Developed curriculum based lesson plans and deliver instruction in alignment with students’ IEPs
- Tracked, monitored, and evaluated student data and tailor lesson plans to individual strengths and weaknesses to improve academic performance
- Collaborated with BCBA, physical, occupational, and speech therapists on a weekly basis
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Educational Assistant
Farmingdale School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted teacher with prepping materials, setting up and cleaning up the classroom
- Provided assistance to students throughout daily routines and activities
- Scaffolded student writing and play during play planning and make believe play
- Provided self-regulation and behavior management strategies to students as needed
Child Development Specialist
Ladacin Network
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Provided direct instructional & support services to children with developmental delays or disabilities
- Educated families about developmental milestones and coach families on how to incorporate modeled strategies into their child’s daily routines
- Kept record of child’s progress through session notes and assessments
- Developed an Individualized Family Service Plan with the family and other team members, by creating measurable objectives to address the child’s developmental needs within their daily routine
Director/Head Teacher
The Country Day School of Colts Neck
07.2009 - 07.2014
- Managed the overall operation of the school and ensured the center complied with the provisions of the NJ Manual of Requirements for Child Care Centers
- Implemented a quality, age-appropriate program for the school and assessed and enhanced the program as necessary
- Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated all staff members and maintained staff and children’s files and records in accordance with the NJ program standards and guidelines
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Country Day School of Colts Neck
09.2008 - 07.2009
- Developed and implemented stimulating, theme-based lessons in accordance with the Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards
- Utilized play and interactive activities to develop pre-reading and writing skills, mathematical and scientific concepts, and social skills
- Used appropriate assessments to modify lessons for children’s specific needs and learning styles
- Successfully managed behavior using positive reinforcement and built confidence through individual responsibilities
Education
Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification -
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ03.2022
Master of Arts - Elementary Teaching
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2000
Skills
- Reading comprehension
- Writing instruction
- Team collaboration
- Individualized instruction
- Classroom management
- Alternative learning methods
Certification
- NJ Elementary School Teacher in Grades N-8
- NJ Elementary School with Subject Matter Specialization: Language Arts/Literacy in Grades 5-8 (CEAS)
- NJ Teacher of Students with Disabilities P-12
Timeline
7th Grade ELA Teacher, ICR/Resource Teacher
Lakewood Public School District
09.2025 - Current
Teacher of Students With Disabilities
Lakewood Public School District
09.2021 - 06.2025
Educational Assistant
Farmingdale School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Child Development Specialist
Ladacin Network
08.2014 - 06.2021
Director/Head Teacher
The Country Day School of Colts Neck
07.2009 - 07.2014
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Country Day School of Colts Neck
09.2008 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification -
Georgian Court University
Master of Arts - Elementary Teaching
Monmouth University
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