My Resume

About Me

OBJECTIVE

Obtain an elementary school teacher position that will utilize my knowledge and expertise to develop the minds of young learners as I adapt my teaching style to meet the needs of the ever-changing community.
 

EDUCATION

Rider University, Lawrenceville, NJ

MA in Reading and Literacy Education, 2015 | GPA: 4.0 (Suma cum Laude)

Graduate Level Teacher Certification Program, 2006 | GPA: 4.0

Bachelor of Arts, 2004 | GPA: 3.98 (Suma cum Laude)

Rider University, Lawrenceville, NJ, USA

  • MA in Reading and Literacy Education, 2015 | GPA: 4.0 (Suma cum Laude)

  • Graduate Level Teacher Certification Program, 2006 | GPA: 4.0

  • Bachelor of Arts, 2004 | GPA: 3.98 (Suma cum Laude)


CERTIFICATION

  • PA Instructional 1 Grades PK-4

  • Reading Specialist Standard Certificate, NJ and PA

  • NJ State Standard Certificate in K-5 Elementary Education


RELEVENT SKILLS

  • High level of expertise in computer applications and integration

  • Training and Experience with: Collaborative Classroom, Units of Study in Reading and Writing, Project Read – Framing Your Thoughts, Into Math (HMHCO), Singapore Math, Progress in Mathematics, Wilson Fundations, Reading A to Z, Responsive Classroom, Effective Co-teaching strategies and classroom strategies for students with special needs

  • CPR and First Aid capabilities as certified

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

  • Implemented Collaborative Classroom (Being a Reader, Word Study, and Being a Writer) 3rd and 5th grade

    Taught Fundations Phonics in 3rd grade

    Put into practice Units of Study by Lucy Calkins (Reading and Writing Workshops)

    Established ability level groupings to provide focused lessons based on individual need

    Utilized project-based learning strategies

    Initiated differentiated projects based on interest and ability levels

    Designed and conducted Science Fairs

    Managed and supported the creation of student generated reader’s theater

    Implemented Behavior Incentive Plans & maintained extensive communication with parents

    Linked learning, assessments and SGOs to track progress

    Partnered with team members to collect student achievement data for grades K to 4

    Compiled & analyzed data to determine appropriate interventions & enrichment for students

    Collaborated with classroom teachers to implement an effective literacy plan

    Trained classroom teachers in the use of laptops and educational software

  • Organized Student Government by creating a Student Council, Class Representatives, Judges for contests, and editors for School Newsletter

  • Taught Fundations Phonics in 3rd grade

  • Put into practice Units of Study by Lucy Calkins (Reading and Writing Workshops) for three years

  • Designed and conducted Science Fairs

  • Initiated differentiated projects based on interest and ability levels

  • Utilized project-based learning strategies

  • Established ability level groupings to provide focused lessons based on individual need

  • Managed and supported the creation of student generated reader’s theater

  • Implemented Behavior Incentive Plans & maintained extensive communication with parents

  • Linked learning, assessments and SGOs to track progress

  • Partnered with team members to collect student achievement data for grades K to 4

  • Compiled & analyzed data to determine appropriate interventions & enrichment for students

  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to implement an effective literacy plan

  • Trained classroom teachers in the use of laptops and educational software


OTHER EXPERIENCE

  • Technology Trainer for Educational Technology Training Center, NJ


EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

02/’05 - Present

Teacher, Grades 5, 3, and 2, Reading Teacher K-4, Student Teaching, Grade 5, Tech. Consultant

International Charter School, NJ

Summer 2023

Curriculum Development

International Charter School, NJ

Summer 2018

Elementary Summer School Teacher

Pennridge School District

Summer 2015-16

Camp Director

KE Camps

KE Camps

Summer 2014

Camp Counselor

KE Camps

Summer 2013

Web Developer

Dynamic Therapeutic Services

Summer 2011-12

Team Leader – Strategic Planning

International Charter School, NJ

01/’01 - 01/’05

Technology Consultant

Aditi Creatives Inc., NJ