Elementary and Middle School Teacher Science (5th to 7th Grade); Math (7th to 8th Grade)

• Aug 2017 - Present

4th Grade Elementary Teacher

• Jul 2015 - Jun 2017

Certified ElementaryTeacher

• Sep 2007 - Jun 2015

STEM Science Teacher, 5th to 8th Grade/Social Studies Teacher, 7th & 8th Grade 9/2013-Present STEM Science Teacher, 5th to 8th Grade/Interim Vice Principal, 5th to 8th Grade 7/2012-6/2013 • Full-time STEM Science teacher that also took on the responsibility of Interim Vice Principal. • Served as the immediate advisor and assistant to the principal for Upper Grades (5th to 8th Grade) • Managed the operations and activities of the school. • Served as the Principal when he was away and attended all Diocese of Paterson principal meetings. • Participated in school events such as orientations, programs, open houses and fundraisers. • Implemented the STEM program while also adhering to the NJ Science Curriculm for Grades 5th to 8th and keeping the Science scores on Terranova Standardized Tests above average nationally. • Organized the annual Science Fair for upper grades 5th to 8th. 3rd Grade Teacher/Pre-Algebra Math Teacher, 8th Grade 9/2011-6/2012 4th Grade Teacher/ Pre-Algebra Math Teacher, 8th Grade 9/2008-6/2011 4th Grade Teacher/Math Teacher, 5th Grade 9/2007-6/2008 • Utilized various instruction strategies such as group discussions and discovery for students. • Taught all subjects for 3rd or 4th Grade but also taught math to either 5th or 8th Grade for one period per day. • Transformed lesson plans into learning experiences in a differentiated classroom. • Skilled in the design of challenging, enriching and innovative activities that address the diverse interests and needs of students. Show less

Elementary School Substitute Teacher (Pre-K to 8th Grade)

• Sep 2006 - Jun 2007

• Effectively maintained interest and provided interactive environment, allowing each student to significantly and effectively learn. • Instituted positive classroom management strategies that handled challenging behaviors effectively. • Effectively maintained interest and provided interactive environment, allowing each student to significantly and effectively learn. • Instituted positive classroom management strategies that handled challenging behaviors effectively.

Elementary School Substitute Teacher (Pre-K to 8th Grade)

• Sep 2006 - Jun 2007

Elementary School Substitute Teacher (Pre-K to 8th Grade)

• Sep 2006 - Jun 2007

Student Teacher 4th Grade

• Jan 2006 - Mar 2006

Assumed all teaching responsibilities under the leadership of classroom teacher. Helped design and facilitate weekly lesson plans and all subject areas for 4th Grade class of 26 students. Created an enviroment conducive to learning for all students. • Supported the lead teacher in all aspects of the classroom instruction and developing the students. • Maintained effective communication with principal, staff and parents. Assumed all teaching responsibilities under the leadership of classroom teacher. Helped design and facilitate weekly lesson plans and all subject areas for 4th Grade class of 26 students. Created an enviroment conducive to learning for all students. • Supported the lead teacher in all aspects of the classroom instruction and developing the students. • Maintained effective communication with principal, staff and parents.

Teacher Assistant Volunteer for College for Kids

• Feb 2005 - Jul 2005

Gained valuable experience observing and assisting in variety of teaching techniques at this college for kids enrichment class. Implemented daily lesson plans for Math and Language Arts. • Assisted educator in Math and Language Arts enrichment classes for 3rd and 4th Grade students preparing for New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJASK) standardized exams. Gained valuable experience observing and assisting in variety of teaching techniques at this college for kids enrichment class. Implemented daily lesson plans for Math and Language Arts. • Assisted educator in Math and Language Arts enrichment classes for 3rd and 4th Grade students preparing for New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJASK) standardized exams.

Back Office Employee

• Jan 1994 - Jun 2005

Performance Analyst 5/2000-7/2005 • Performed audits for rate of return, asset allocation and account growth information. Accounts Control Representative 12/1998-5/2000 • Audited and reconciled mutual funds discrepancies. Mutual Fund Representative 1/1994-12/1998 • Reconciled 160 mutual fund house accounts totaling $150,000,000 bi-monthly. Show less