Talya Natlo
Milford,Connecticut
Summary
Experienced in catering to the educational needs of students from early education through high school, dedicated teacher with strong expertise in developing lesson plans that align with district and state standards. Balanced approach combining both traditional and modern teaching methods. Confidently provides classroom instruction and personalized student support. Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment effectively engages and inspires students, ensuring academic success.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Math and Science Teacher
Catholic Academy of Bridgeport
08.2021 - Current
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
Summer Camp Director- (**Summers Only )
Fairfield Parks and Recreation Department
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Ensured camper safety through diligent supervision, risk management procedures, and adherence to established protocols.
- Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
- Addressed any issues or concerns raised by parents professionally and efficiently, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated daily schedules for staff assignments and efficient use of shared resources throughout the summer season.
High School Educator
Youth Entrepreneurship Education Program
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Facilitated overnight component of the program at SCSU dormitories.
- Oversaw team of teaching assistants and support team members.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom, ensuring each student''s academic growth and success.
- Utilized various instructional tools such as manipulatives, visual aids, and multimedia resources to enhance lessons and deepen understanding of concepts.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to enrich learning experiences beyond the textbook, connecting real-world applications to course material.
Head Preschool Teacher
LULAC Head Start
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Enhanced children''s learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive games in lesson plans.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create a stimulating and nurturing environment for early childhood development.
- Implemented age-appropriate curriculum, addressing the diverse needs of individual students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication lines to address concerns and provide progress updates.
Science Teacher
Little Scientists
06.2009 - 09.2016
- Developed curriculum for local schools in Connecticut.
- Taught professional development for Next Generation Science Standards
- Mentored in classrooms K- 8
- Taught full time in classroom during Summers- during school year , I worked the afterschool program.
- Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Living Word Ministry
08.2004 - 07.2020
- Living Word Ministry closed the upper grade school in 2012 and then closed the pre-k - K in 2020 when the US experienced a Global Pandemic.
- Taught 3rd , K and Kindergarten Readiness
- Taught children phonics, how to read, early addition, and subtraction
- Used Abeka Christianriculum
- Taught self-help skills to prepare students for the independence required in kindergarten
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Guided policies and initiatives for the kindergarten teaching team.
- Played games with students to increase their understanding of subjects.
- Created a child-centered learning environment that consistently applies sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum, and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plans for each student.
Director
Precious Ones Daycare
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Director and Head Teacher of a private daycare center that had an enrollment of 204 children
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Responsibilities included daily financials - tuition, payroll, budget, staffing, menus, schedules, supply orders, professional development, staff meetings, increasing enrollment, licensing regulations, bill third party, employment records, hiring staff, and parent engagement activities.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
- Drafted and distributed reports to assist board members with critical business decisions.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and theboard of directors to strategically affect theoperational direction.
Assistant Director
Little Tykes Daycare, YMCA
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Worked alongside the director Lisa Clausius
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Partnered with educators to instruct and mentor students with developmental and physical disabilities.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations
Preschool Teacher
ConnectiKids
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Co-taught a classroom of 20 students.
- The center was owned by Jean Millstone and Deb Flis was the director
- Both currently work for OEC in the state of CT .
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed curriculum to advance physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
Classroom Teacher Assistant
St. Rose of Lima School
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Maintained accurate and complete records for 29 students.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs with the classroom teacher.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Assistant Teacher
Benhaven School
01.1989 - 01.1991
- Worked part-time on Fridays and Saturdays
- This school is for children diagnosed with Autism and Down syndrome.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Distributed tests, assignments, and handouts per teacher specifications.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to the teacher.
- Supported teachers in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
Assistant Teacher/Floater
The Peanut Gallery
01.1986 - 01.1990
- First exposure to childcare
- Toddler room, assistant teacher
- Learned about the curriculum and what children should learn from the director Jill Cavallo.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Researched and presented new learning tools and methods for classroom application.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Oversaw classroom operations during teacher and parent meetings.
- Delivered supplementary lessons and practice assignments.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
Education
Ph.D. - Science Education
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City, TN05.2026
Doctor of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City05-2025
Master of Science - Education / Curriculum
Post University
Waterbury, CT08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Education
Post University
Waterbury, CT12.2021
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CTCertificate - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Norcross, GABachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine
Clayton State University
Morrow, GANo Degree - Pre-Medicine
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CTAssociate of Arts - Clinical Child Psychology
Middlesex Community College - Middletown
Middletown, CTSkills
- Teaching
- Supervising experience
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Elementary Education
- Science Instruction
- Distance Learning
- CT Teaching Certification #305
- Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
Certification
- Certified Head Teacher , Office of Early Childhood -State of Connecticut
- Certified Early Childhood Teaching Certificate (ECTC), Office of Early Childhood -State of Connecticut
- Certified Elementary School Teacher, State of Connecticut ( #305)
- Certified Middle School Science , State of Connecticut (#234)
- First Aide & CPR Infant/ Child / Adult -expires 01/2027
- Epi Pen , expires 01/2026
- Medicine Administration expires 01/2026
- Appointment made May 2025 High School Science , State of Connecticut
Timeline
Summer Camp Director- (**Summers Only )
Fairfield Parks and Recreation Department
06.2023 - 08.2024
High School Educator
Youth Entrepreneurship Education Program
06.2022 - 08.2022
Middle School Math and Science Teacher
Catholic Academy of Bridgeport
08.2021 - Current
Head Preschool Teacher
LULAC Head Start
12.2020 - 07.2021
Science Teacher
Little Scientists
06.2009 - 09.2016
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Living Word Ministry
08.2004 - 07.2020
Director
Precious Ones Daycare
01.1999 - 01.2004
Assistant Director
Little Tykes Daycare, YMCA
01.1997 - 01.1999
Preschool Teacher
ConnectiKids
01.1995 - 01.1997
Classroom Teacher Assistant
St. Rose of Lima School
01.1992 - 01.1995
Assistant Teacher
Benhaven School
01.1989 - 01.1991
Assistant Teacher/Floater
The Peanut Gallery
01.1986 - 01.1990
Ph.D. - Science Education
Carson-Newman University
Doctor of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Carson-Newman University
Master of Science - Education / Curriculum
Post University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Post University
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Gateway Community College
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine
Clayton State University
No Degree - Pre-Medicine
Southern Connecticut State University
Associate of Arts - Clinical Child Psychology
Middlesex Community College - Middletown
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