Teacher Resume Example New York City Board Of Education

TEACHER

Summary

I , as a teacher of grades pre-k through Grade 9, have focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach their full potential through skill-building. I am knowledgeable about planning activities, field trips and projects to diversify instruction and immerse students in subject material. I am bringing 55 years of experience in education. I am dedicated and responsive with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. I am comfortable working with students of all skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success.I try to serve as a role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.I have continued working as a volunteer after my retirement in 2017.

Skills

Experience

09/1978 - 06/2017TeacherNew York City Board of Education | Bronx,NY, New York

Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos and class discussions.
Organized supplies, including art and musical resources, to foster creative and welcoming classroom environment.
Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Established and communicated clear learning objectives to foster student progress and academic performance.
Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
Oversaw class field trips to keep students safe and educate about related topics.
Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
Delivered educational after-school activities for groups of students to improve learning potential outside of classroom.
Supervised paraprofessionals in facilitating classroom activities.
Delivered reading and writing experiences to students commensurate with respective stages of development.
Utilized diverse teaching methods to address curriculum objectives.
Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
Embraced teaching children of diverse educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Developed lesson plans and facilitated instruction to educate students in [Area of study].

09/1972 - 06/1978TeacherABC Montessori Pre-school | Bronx,NY, New York

Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles.
Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters.
Observed children to record development.
Worked closely with site director, family care workers, classroom teaching team and other specialists.
Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Supervised up to [Number] children on field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods.
Completed all required documentation for National Head Start program.
Increased student academic performance by diversifying teaching techniques.
Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
Enforced behavior expectations at all times.
Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.

09/1970 - 06/1972TeacherCalexico California Board of ED | Calexico, California

Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra assistance.
Completed [Type] and [Type] progress reports with individualized notes and improvement strategies.
Developed, administered and graded tests and quizzes promptly to provide quick feedback.
Prepared unit and lesson plans for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and common core standards.
Taught students fundamental building blocks and advanced concepts.
Established weekly anecdotal records and portfolios to assess student progress.
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and increase participation for comprehensive and long-term student success.
Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
Motivated students to be more engaged in classes through applying positive reinforcement techniques.
Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum which addressed individual learning styles.
Taught [Area of study] to diverse class of [Number] students.
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of [Number] students.
Held office hours to review material with students requiring extra assistance.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
Taught reading, language arts, mathematics and other subjects utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education.
Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
Mentored and counseled students with social adjustment and academic issues.
Worked with students individually to address areas of concern, including test grades and missed coursework.
Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain students' interest and maximize learning.98
Supported students outside of classroom by mentoring clubs and supervising [Type] events.
Employed wide variety of fiction and non-fiction textual materials to encourage students to read independently.
Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by [Number]%.
Designed compelling lesson plans focused on literature and writing learning goals for [Type] level classes.
Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.

09/1966 - 09/1970TeacherNew York City Board of ED | Harlem,NY, New York

Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra assistance.
Developed, administered and graded tests and quizzes promptly to provide quick feedback.
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development.
Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and increase participation for comprehensive and long-term student success.
Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
Motivated students to be more engaged in classes through applying positive reinforcement techniques.
Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum which addressed individual learning styles.
Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics.
Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
Taught reading, language arts, mathematics and other subjects utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education.
Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level.
Mentored and counseled students with social adjustment and academic issues.
Created assignments and tests to evaluate student knowledge.

Education and Training

06/1964Bachelor of Arts: Music Education
Lawrence University | Appleton, WI

06/1968Master of Arts: Education in The Urban Ghetto
NYU | New York, New York

Accomplishments

I was chosen one of the top 200 teachers in New York (New York Post)

98%of my students in first grade were on or above grade level

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

New York City Board of Education
ABC Montessori Pre-school
Calexico California Board of ED
New York City Board of ED

School Attended

Lawrence University
NYU

Job Titles Held:

Teacher

Degrees

06/1964 Bachelor of Arts : Music Education
06/1968 Master of Arts : Education in The Urban Ghetto

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