Experience

Paterson Public School

• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• New Jersey Youth Corps GED Basic Skills Teacher

  • 2013 - Present

• Teacher Assistant to the Principal

  • 2010 - 2013 3 years , Paterson, NJ , -Enforced attendance rules.-Met with parents to discuss student behavioral or learning problems.-Responded to disciplinary issues.-Coordinated use of school facilities for day-to-day activities and special events.-Worked with teachers to develop curriculum standards.-Observed teachers and evaluated learning materials to determine areas where improvement is needed.-Coordinated transportation for students

• Litercay Couch

  • 2005 - 2010 5 years , Paterson, NJ , -Facilitated the school’s literacy program -Collected data, analyzed results and shared findings with staff -Evaluated student achievement and assist with placing students in appropriate intervention and support services -Identified needs and make recommendations for appropriate reading and writing materials -Provided leadership for literacy across the school community

• Language Arts Literacy Tutor

  • 2003 - 2005 2 years , Paterson, NJ , -Prepared for all scheduled meetings by planning lessons designed specifically for the student-Selected materials and approaches that were suitable to the student’s skill level and needs.-Met regularly and punctually.-Provided encouragement and support by: -Helped the student develop confidence and a positive attitude toward learning by affirming their progress.-Showed respect by listening to the student’s decisions about the learning process.-Gave praise whenever… , -Prepared for all scheduled meetings by planning lessons designed specifically for the student-Selected materials and approaches that were suitable to the student’s skill level and needs.-Met regularly and punctually.-Provided encouragement and support by: -Helped the student develop confidence and a positive attitude toward learning by affirming their progress.-Showed respect by listening to the student’s decisions about the learning process.-Gave praise whenever the student is successful and being supportive rather than critical of mistakes.-Sought to understand the psychological, emotional and physical problems that may cause a student to have difficulty learning.

• Middle School Teacher

  • 1998 - 2003 5 years , Paterson, NJ , -Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.-Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.-Instructed through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects such as English, mathematics, or social studies.-Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.-Established… , -Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.-Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.-Instructed through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects such as English, mathematics, or social studies.-Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.-Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.-Planned and conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.-Maintained accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.-Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.-Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.-Assigned lessons and corrected homework.-Enforced all administration policies and rules governing students.