Valerie Elysee
Plainfield ,NJ
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching Intern
Scotch Plains Public
Scotch Plains
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving the overall quality of education provided to students.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, ensuring every student''s growth.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse instructional strategies and multimedia resources.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular activities, promoting interdisciplinary connections and real-world applications.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Assistant Camp Counselor
Westfield YMCA
06.2022 - Current
- Evaluated campers' progress and provided feedback to parents.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
Education
Elementary Education - K-6 TSD Endorsement
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2024
Liberal Arts - Education
Union County College
Cranford, NJ12.2021
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Discussion Facilitation
- Classroom Management
- Learning Strategies
- Child Development
- Growth Mindset
- Motivating students
- Student-Centered Learning
Timeline
Student Teaching Intern
Scotch Plains Public
09.2023 - 05.2024
Assistant Camp Counselor
Westfield YMCA
06.2022 - Current
Elementary Education - K-6 TSD Endorsement
Kean University
Liberal Arts - Education
Union County College