Roy Shantzis
Fort Lee,NJ
Summary
Dynamic educator with eight years of experience in the education sector, skilled in integrating technology to improve learning outcomes. Expertise in client engagement within sales environments, supported by a strong background in training educators to use technological tools effectively. Holds a Bachelor's degree from the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Literature and English Education, with diverse experience in public and non-public schools. Additionally, three years of entrepreneurial experience in managing a computing business and two years in education sales as a private tutor, promoting innovative software and instructional materials.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Bergen County Special Services
Bergen County, NJ
08.2022 - Current
- Constructed personalized lessons, content, and learning experiences tailored to students' individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Worked individually with students and parents to ensure equitable education, using specialized educational software and tools.
- Instructed K - 12 students in the areas of ELA, Mathematics, ESL, and Comprehensive Education.
- Coordinated with faculty and staff at multiple schools to create a learning environment that feels inclusive for everyone.
Teacher
Palisades Park Public School District
Palisades Park, NJ
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked with students at various reading levels to teach them core reading and writing skills.
- Created classroom materials and lessons tailored to the needs of a diverse and multilingual student body.
- Facilitated classroom readings and discussions using science based reading strategies.
Teacher
Dr. E Alma Flagg
Newark, NJ
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Ran an enrichment program for K-8 students that taught the core tenets of argumentative speaking and writing in the context of debate.
- Worked with students using a variety of science based reading strategies (CRT model, prediction modeling, text interaction strategies).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Literature And English Education Specialization
NJIT
Newark, NJ05.2018
Skills
- One-on-one client interaction
- Identifying educational needs for schools
- Showcasing educational technology
- Sales expertise
- Ethical technology practices
- Crafting and refining presentations
Certification
English Language Arts K-12
Middle School Math K-8
Timeline
Teacher
Bergen County Special Services
08.2022 - Current
Teacher
Palisades Park Public School District
09.2021 - 08.2022
Teacher
Dr. E Alma Flagg
08.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Literature And English Education Specialization
NJIT