Passionate Elementary Teacher with 10+ years in diverse classroom environments. Proven history of creating engaged classroom settings with successful classroom management and behavioral strategies. Facilitated many student teachers along with being a mentor teacher for newly hired teachers. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning in a positive setting. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs and communicating with parents in a warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
St. Josephs CCD Teacher
St Josephs Catholic School
07.2023 - 07.2023
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Elementary Teacher PreK-8 Certified
Long Branch Board Of Education
09.2004 - 06.2014
Provided training, as a Mentor Teacher for new teachers, which included implementing curriculum, classroom management strategies, and procedures along with parent interaction
Facilitated and supported many student teachers in my classroom encouraging them to be hands on with students, help facilitate small groups, and create a positive learning environment where all students can succeed
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Education
Masters of Education Administration - Teaching And School Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - College of Education And Human Services
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
01.2004
Skills
Early Childhood Education
Behavior Management
Classroom Management
Time Management
Organizational Skills
Parent-Teacher Communication
Multicultural Awareness
Classroom Instruction
Curriculum Implementation
Student Engagement
Faculty Collaboration
Elementary Education
Certification
Principal Certificate of Eligibility
Standard Certificate PreK through Grade 3
Timeline
St. Josephs CCD Teacher
St Josephs Catholic School
07.2023 - 07.2023
Elementary Teacher PreK-8 Certified
Long Branch Board Of Education
09.2004 - 06.2014
Masters of Education Administration - Teaching And School Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - College of Education And Human Services
Montclair State University
Principal Certificate of Eligibility
Standard Certificate PreK through Grade 3
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