Zuleika Rodriguez
Clifton,NJ
Summary
Certified New Jersey K–6 educator with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from New York University and founder of Bridge to Success Academy, an academic support program focused on helping students in multiple core subject areas. Experienced in developing engaging lesson plans, assessing student progress, and implementing instructional strategies that support diverse learners. Committed to creating a positive classroom environment that supports academic growth, critical thinking, and student confidence.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Academic Instructor
Bridge to Success Academy- (link) Https://bridgesuccessacademy22.my.canva.site/
Clifton, NJ
02.2019 - Current
- Founded and managed an academic support program designed to help students strengthen foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Develop and implement personalized lesson plans aligned with education standards to support diverse learning needs.
- Provide one-on-one and small-group instruction to improve academic performance and build student confidence.
- Integrate engaging learning strategies, interactive activities, and technology to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Track and assess student progress through assignments, assessments, and ongoing feedback.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student performance, goals, and academic development.
- Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity, perseverance, and problem-solving.
- Adapt instructional methods to support different learning styles and academic abilities.
- Website- https://bridgesuccessacademy22.my.canva.site/
ESS Substitute Teacher (Per Diem)
ESS
Multiple Locations In NJ
01.2020 - Current
- Provide classroom instruction and supervision for elementary and middle school students across multiple subjects.
- Follow lesson plans provided by teachers while maintaining a structured and productive learning environment.
- Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety and engagement.
- Adapt quickly to different classroom settings, grade levels, and teaching styles.
- Support student learning by assisting with assignments and answering questions
Private GRE/SAT Tutor
Self Employed
May 2016 - Current
- Tutoring individual students on skills necessary for the GRE and/or SAT exam: logical reasoning, application of rules to facts, reading comprehension.
- Helping individual students with their personal statement and college applications
- Implemented engaging teaching strategies to enhance student understanding of complex mathematical concepts.
Peer Tutor
Bergen Community College
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Assisted college students with Humanities courses, English Basic Skills and all levels of English Composition.
- Provided in-class tutoring for students that were within bottom 5% of placement scores through the Academic Intervention Monitoring System.
- Helped students with formatting papers in APA and MLA style.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education (In Progress)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTBachelor of Arts - Philosophy
New York University
70 Washington Sq S, NY 10012Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Bergen Community College
400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652Skills
- Teaching & Instruction
Lesson Planning
Technology Integration in Learning
Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring
Classroom Management
Curriculum Support
- Multilingual: Spanish, Italian, French
Strong Communication
Organization and Time Management
Creative Problem Solving
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Certification
- New Jersey Teaching License – Elementary Education (K–6)
- Praxis Exams Completed – Elementary Education (K–6)
Timeline
ESS Substitute Teacher (Per Diem)
ESS
01.2020 - Current
Founder & Academic Instructor
Bridge to Success Academy- (link) Https://bridgesuccessacademy22.my.canva.site/
02.2019 - Current
Peer Tutor
Bergen Community College
01.2013 - 03.2016
Private GRE/SAT Tutor
Self Employed
May 2016 - Current
Master of Arts - Elementary Education (In Progress)
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
New York University
Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Bergen Community College
Volunteer Experience & Causes
Crisis Counselor, Crisis Text Line, New York, NY Dec 2016- Present
-Provided individual counseling services via text, using a remote messaging platform.
Crisis ranged from suicide to self harm, bullying, addiction, abuse, eating disorders,
anger, anxiety, depression, bereavement, isolation, and medical concerns. Issued referrals
to alternative resources as necessary.
Volunteer, American Red Cross, New York, NY June 2020-March 2021
- Helped organize a fundraising event during the COVID-19 epidemic.
-Helped distribute essential supplies to local families.
-Trained in CPR First Aid procedure