Teuta Demaj
Congers,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate education professional with a strong ability to build meaningful connections with students and support their academic and personal growth. Experienced in facilitating student learning and engagement through effective instructional and organizational practices. Committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and productive learning environment that encourages student success and development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant/ Substitute Teacher
Hillside Program
Bedford, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted educators in developing and implementing lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated small group discussions, enhancing student engagement and comprehension of course materials.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Organize digital materials and maintain structured documentation systems for easy access and retrieval
- Develop and maintain clear records of student progress and instructional materials
- Translate complex information into concise, actionable written communication
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and understanding of core concepts.
Instructional Support
Pleasantville Middle School
Pleasantville, NY
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided instructional support to general education teachers, helping them adapt curriculum materials for students with disabilities.
- Delivered instructional support to students with special needs through differentiated instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique requirements.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing feedback to teachers and adjusting instructional support as needed.
- Provided instructional support in English, mathematics, science, history and reading.
Instructor
Catapult Learning
Yonkers, NY
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepared and managed structured instructional materials and documentation
- Communicated clearly with students and staff to ensure understanding of expectations and progress
- Adapted written content for clarity and engagement across different audiences
- Maintained organized records of student performance and lesson plans
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing tailored feedback to support individual learning needs.
Education
Master of Professional Studies -
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY05-2024
BA - English Literature and Education
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY06-2019
Associate of Arts - Social Science
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY01-2016
Skills
- Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite
- AI Tools: Google Gemini
- Document Organization & File Management
- Written Communication & Professional Correspondence
- Task Prioritization & Time Management
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Document Editing & Workflow Organization
- Strong written communication and email drafting skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience working independently and maintaining productivity in structured environments
Certification
- English Language Arts (Grades 5-9) (Grades 7–12)
- Valid through August 2028
Languages
English
Albanian
Timeline
Teaching Assistant/ Substitute Teacher
Hillside Program
09.2024 - Current
Instructional Support
Pleasantville Middle School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Instructor
Catapult Learning
07.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Professional Studies -
Manhattanville College
BA - English Literature and Education
Manhattanville College
Associate of Arts - Social Science
Westchester Community College