Mary Ying Furey-King resume
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Mary Ying Furey-King resume

MARY RYAN YING FUREY-KING

�Relocating to Austin Texas area in August 2019.�
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OBJECTIVE: Positive educator seeking a position as a Preschool Teacher

CERTIFICATIONS: New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing in Chinese, K-12
New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility in Early Childhood Education PreK-3
New Jersey Substitute Teacher Certificate
Registered Behavior Technician credential through the BACB

EDUCATION: William Paterson University, Wayne NJ
Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program: May 2015 GPA: 3.7
Oral Proficiency Interview: Passed Intermediate High

Drew University, Madison, NJ
Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude: May 2013 GPA: 3.4
Major: Chinese Language Minor: Linguistics

Honors: -- Cum Laude (earned BA degree in 3 years)
-- Dean�s List every year
-- Dean�s Award every year
-- Antoinette C. Bentley Scholarship every year
-- Landmark Athletic Conference Academic Honor Roll

Sports: -- Varsity Swim Team

Activities: -- Study abroad in Harbin, China
-- Volunteer ESL tutor in Morristown, NJ
WORK EXPERIENCE:

Livingston Public School District, Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston, NJ
ABA Discrete Trial Teacher Assistant February 2016 to present
� In pre-K classroom serving students ages 3-4 with autistic spectrum disorders and/or developmental delays, work under head teacher to support instruction and social development of students on a one-to-one basis.
� Implement behavior management techniques in conjunction with individualized plans.
� Use discrete trial techniques, including reward systems, incidental teaching, pivotal response training, and milieu therapy to reinforce positive, learned behaviors.
� Effectively and sensitively handle students� physical and psychological needs, dealing with aggressive behaviors with tact and consistency.
� Collect and analyze pertinent student data to evaluate effectiveness of programs.

YCS Sawtelle Learning Center Montclair, NJ
Teaching Assistant. February 2014 to January 2016
� In learning center serving students ages 3-21 with autistic spectrum disorders, worked under head teacher to support instruction and social development of the students.
� Implemented programs and instructional materials under the guidance of the teacher.
� Effectively worked with socially and emotionally challenged children with autistic spectrum disorders, assisting in developing skills and assuring their safety and comfort.
� Maintained an orderly and sanitary environment, conducive to study.
� Kept accurate student-progress records.


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Montclair Public School District Montclair, NJ
Certified Substitute in the Montclair School District. Fall 2013
� Assumed responsibilities of regular teacher who was absent.
� Executed lesson plans left by teachers.
� Taught language arts and science, using lectures, demonstrations, and discussion.
� Demonstrated and reinforced social standards of behavior; maintained order at all times.
� Reinforced skills such as independence, problem solving, and goal setting.
� Followed policies and regulations in keeping progress notes and student records and in making reports.

Fair Lawn High School and Memorial Middle School Fair Lawn, NJ
Student Teacher Spring 2015
� Managed and controlled all aspects of the Chinese classroom learning environment.
� Prepared students for special activities in State Assessments.
� Developed lesson plans that included NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards and Bloom�s Taxonomy.
� Established trust by applying discipline with fairness and consistency.
� Interacted with mainstreamed special education students.
� Demonstrated creative, instructional and leadership qualities in the classroom.
� Commended by University supervisor for adapting instruction to individual needs.
� Commended for demonstrating multi-sensory learning in the classroom.

Verona High School Verona, NJ
Practicum Teacher Fall 2014
� Established a good rapport with students.
� Reflected upon lessons with the intent to improve student-learning outcomes.
� Differentiated instruction based on individual needs.
� Sequenced content to facilitate learning.
� Selected appropriate teaching materials, including technologies.
� Commended by cooperating teacher and supervisor for my classroom management skills
� Assisted students in preparation for State testing.
� Experience working with special needs students.


OTHER EXPERIENCE:

Drew University, Madison NJ: Swim Instructor March 2011 to May 2013
� Provided expert swimming lessons to children of all ages and abilities.
� Educated children on water safety and its importance.
� Monitored pool area, maintaining a strict watch on the individuals around the swimming area.
� Ensured that all rules and regulations pertaining to swimming were followed by all.

Starfish Aquatics, Madison NJ: Swim Instructor February 2011 to April 2012

Montclair YMCA, Montclair, NJ: Swim Instructor February 2008 to June 2010


SPECIAL SKILLS AND INTERESTS: CPR Certified; Swimming; Raised puppies for Seeing Eye Institute

REFERENCES: Available upon request