My Resume
Vanessa J. Pinto
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“Beginning Kindergarten Classroom Teacher seeking summer employment to continue building teaching skills while also helping to enrich and maintain the learning of children and students over their summer break.”
CREDENTIALS
CE Certification in Elementary Education (K-6)
EDUCATION
B.A. Social Science with a Concentration in Community Mental Health
May 2010
Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ
50 Hour Pre-Service Preparation/Alternate Route Program
August 2018-September 2018
Hudson County Community College Jersey City, NJ
Anticipating Enrollment at NCJU (New Jersey City University) August 2019
Continuation of Alternate Route Program
QUALIFICATIONS
? Utilize strong organizational, work, and time management skills.
? Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and dedicated to seeing all children become successful learners.
? Understand classroom management and creating an environment that is conducive to learning.
? Reputation for motivating children and making learning fun.
? Patient with children and passionate about learning.
? Excellent and honed communication skills.
? Teachable attitude, open to self-improvement and continued learning.
? Quick learner and can grasp concepts with ease.
? Knowledge and ability to utilize technology and integrate into instruction.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant January 2019-June 2019
Bergen Arts and Science Charter School, Garfield, NJ
? Offered and accepted a position to become a Kindergarten classroom teacher for the upcoming school year.
? Worked with students under a teacher's supervision and guidance (1:1 or small groups.)
? Implemented lesson plans independently for classrooms of 25 students.
? Occasionally served as a floater within the school for coverage of grades 1st through 3rd.
? Assisted with the behavior management of students.
? Communicated regularly with parents via ClassDojo and in-person meetings.
? Assisted teacher with preparing the classroom and instructing the whole classroom.
? Assisted individual students and took notice of students individual learning styles.
? Supervised students upon arrival, at lunchtime, and dismissal.
? Supervised and facilitated an All About Animals Club after-school program for grades K-3rd.
Sunday School Teacher October 2014-Present
Hillsong Church Montclair, NJ
? Instruct children grades Pre-K-K.
? Lead classroom and implement lesson plans per curriculum.
? Create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment that will assist in the spiritual growth of children.
? Manage the classroom with clear communication, order, structure, and reinforcing positive behaviors and redirecting any negative behaviors.
? Utilize exciting and interactive videos/media to assist in children’s learning.
? Communicate in a group setting with children during lesson instruction.
? Supervise and guide children in completing assigned lessons and activities.
Tutor/Volunteer October 2018-Present
Oasis, Paterson, NJ
? Work with 1st-3rd-grade students on reading and math.
? Provide one-on-one tutoring and group instruction.
? Direct learning to achieve student engagement with lesson material.
? Explain mathematics concepts in easy to understand language.
? Assist students in learning correct sentence structure; grammar and spelling;
? Ensure students complete daily/weekly reading logs.
? Break down complex problems to individual learning levels.
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Assistant Manager August 2015-November 2018
The Body Shop Paramus, NJ
? Provided support to the store manager and the entire team.
? Helped store achieve sales goals, targets, bonuses, and average annual gross of $850,000.
? Trained and developed new hires on operations, selling behaviors and product knowledge.
? Provided coaching and feedback to sales associates to assist in growth and development.
? Analyzed trends and sales performance results to identify the store's strengths and opportunities.
? Resolved all customer concerns in a timely and positive manner.
? Created clientele and formed lasting connections and relationships with many customers.
? Led and completed detailed and intricate floor set plans to exceed/meet visual standards.
? Always maintain the store's appearance.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Coursework Completed
•Developmental Psychology •Sociology of the Family •Learning, Cognition, and Teaching •Child Psychology •Intro to Special Education •Social Context of Education •Substance Abuse •History & Philosophy of Social Welfare •Community Mental Health •Sociology of Race Relations •History of Social Thought • Introduction to Teaching
*Portfolio and References Available Upon Request
Vanessa J. Pinto
Telephone:------------ Email: ------------
“Beginning Kindergarten Classroom Teacher seeking summer employment to continue building teaching skills while also helping to enrich and maintain the learning of children and students over their summer break.”
CREDENTIALS
CE Certification in Elementary Education (K-6)
EDUCATION
B.A. Social Science with a Concentration in Community Mental Health
May 2010
Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ
50 Hour Pre-Service Preparation/Alternate Route Program
August 2018-September 2018
Hudson County Community College Jersey City, NJ
Anticipating Enrollment at NCJU (New Jersey City University) August 2019
Continuation of Alternate Route Program
QUALIFICATIONS
? Utilize strong organizational, work, and time management skills.
? Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and dedicated to seeing all children become successful learners.
? Understand classroom management and creating an environment that is conducive to learning.
? Reputation for motivating children and making learning fun.
? Patient with children and passionate about learning.
? Excellent and honed communication skills.
? Teachable attitude, open to self-improvement and continued learning.
? Quick learner and can grasp concepts with ease.
? Knowledge and ability to utilize technology and integrate into instruction.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant January 2019-June 2019
Bergen Arts and Science Charter School, Garfield, NJ
? Offered and accepted a position to become a Kindergarten classroom teacher for the upcoming school year.
? Worked with students under a teacher's supervision and guidance (1:1 or small groups.)
? Implemented lesson plans independently for classrooms of 25 students.
? Occasionally served as a floater within the school for coverage of grades 1st through 3rd.
? Assisted with the behavior management of students.
? Communicated regularly with parents via ClassDojo and in-person meetings.
? Assisted teacher with preparing the classroom and instructing the whole classroom.
? Assisted individual students and took notice of students individual learning styles.
? Supervised students upon arrival, at lunchtime, and dismissal.
? Supervised and facilitated an All About Animals Club after-school program for grades K-3rd.
Sunday School Teacher October 2014-Present
Hillsong Church Montclair, NJ
? Instruct children grades Pre-K-K.
? Lead classroom and implement lesson plans per curriculum.
? Create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment that will assist in the spiritual growth of children.
? Manage the classroom with clear communication, order, structure, and reinforcing positive behaviors and redirecting any negative behaviors.
? Utilize exciting and interactive videos/media to assist in children’s learning.
? Communicate in a group setting with children during lesson instruction.
? Supervise and guide children in completing assigned lessons and activities.
Tutor/Volunteer October 2018-Present
Oasis, Paterson, NJ
? Work with 1st-3rd-grade students on reading and math.
? Provide one-on-one tutoring and group instruction.
? Direct learning to achieve student engagement with lesson material.
? Explain mathematics concepts in easy to understand language.
? Assist students in learning correct sentence structure; grammar and spelling;
? Ensure students complete daily/weekly reading logs.
? Break down complex problems to individual learning levels.
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Assistant Manager August 2015-November 2018
The Body Shop Paramus, NJ
? Provided support to the store manager and the entire team.
? Helped store achieve sales goals, targets, bonuses, and average annual gross of $850,000.
? Trained and developed new hires on operations, selling behaviors and product knowledge.
? Provided coaching and feedback to sales associates to assist in growth and development.
? Analyzed trends and sales performance results to identify the store's strengths and opportunities.
? Resolved all customer concerns in a timely and positive manner.
? Created clientele and formed lasting connections and relationships with many customers.
? Led and completed detailed and intricate floor set plans to exceed/meet visual standards.
? Always maintain the store's appearance.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Coursework Completed
•Developmental Psychology •Sociology of the Family •Learning, Cognition, and Teaching •Child Psychology •Intro to Special Education •Social Context of Education •Substance Abuse •History & Philosophy of Social Welfare •Community Mental Health •Sociology of Race Relations •History of Social Thought • Introduction to Teaching
*Portfolio and References Available Upon Request