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STHEPHANIE ROMAN

Newark

Summary

Dedicated and accomplished educator with 9+ years of comprehensive experience in early childhood and elementary education. Currently serving as a certified first grade teacher with specialized expertise in differentiated instruction, literacy development, and inclusive classroom management. Proven track record of implementing research-based teaching strategies that accommodate diverse learning styles and developmental needs. Fluent in multiple languages with exceptional ability to support English Language Learners and multicultural student populations. Committed to fostering academic excellence while nurturing social-emotional development through positive reinforcement and culturally responsive teaching practices.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified First Grade Teacher | Watsessing Element

Inclusion Teacher
09.2024 - Current
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.

Certified Lead Teacher

Ironbound Early Learning Center
09.2015 - 06.2024
  • Understand and apply theories of child growth, development and learning in the planning of developmentally appropriate experiences for children and use best practices
  • Create modifications and accommodations for children with differing abilities, Autism and developmental delays in an inclusive environment
  • Comply with NJDOE rules, regulations accordingly to execute proper standards
  • Implement methods for enhancing language development in the student's home language, as well as English
  • Work with students individually and in groups to promote full academic function
  • Developing students' socio emotional, physical and cognitive skills
  • Promote social competence and healthy emotional development by talking to children at eye-level and using a soft tone of voice
  • Apply positive guidance techniques towards discipline
  • Partner with parents to support, guide and share in their child's growth and development
  • Foster a warm, nurturing and fun atmosphere conducive to learning and creating healthy relationships with the students.

Education

P3 CERTIFICATION -

Kean University
Newark, NJ

Bachelors - Spanish Education

Kean University
Newark, NJ

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Kean University

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Early childhood education

Certification

  • CPR, AED, and BASIC FIRST AID, American Safety Health Institute
  • NJ ELTA ECERS, Rutgers University

Knowledge Areas

  • Fluent in two languages (English and Spanish)
  • Portuguese (intermediate)

Citizenship

US Citizen

Timeline

Certified First Grade Teacher | Watsessing Element

Inclusion Teacher
09.2024 - Current

Certified Lead Teacher

Ironbound Early Learning Center
09.2015 - 06.2024

Bachelors - Spanish Education

Kean University

P3 CERTIFICATION -

Kean University

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Kean University

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