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Melissa Cugini

Cumming

Summary

Warm kindergarten teacher and also an assistant teacher with several years of experience and documented skills in classroom management and assignment creation. Friendly and energetic professional commended for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Passionate about going above and beyond to nurture and encourage children.

Dedicated Educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Teacher

Hunter Elementary School
Greensboro
08.2008 - 05.2011
  • Evaluated student work using established criteria.
  • Provided one-on-one help to struggling students during study hall sessions.
  • Assisted in developing IEPs for special education students as needed.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
  • Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations.
  • Attended faculty meetings as requested by the lead teacher.
  • Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.

Kindergarten Teacher

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional Schools
Manalapan
09.2000 - 06.2007
  • Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.

. Provided individuals with a safe environment

  • Provided emotional support for students who were struggling socially or academically.
  • Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards.
  • Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
  • Organized activities that promoted physical, mental and social development.

After-School Program Leader

YMCA
Manalapan
09.2000 - 06.2007
  • Engaged volunteers from outside sources to assist with day-to-day operations of the after-school program.
  • Attended professional development seminars related to youth programming best practices.
  • Provided guidance on social development skills such as problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents and guardians by providing regular feedback on their children's progress in the program.
  • Assisted with homework assignments, projects, and tests.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to create a safe environment for the students' physical and emotional well-being.
  • Organized and supervised daily activities for students in the after-school program.

Education

Elementary Education - Education

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
06-2000

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Hunter Elementary School
08.2008 - 05.2011

Kindergarten Teacher

Manalapan-Englishtown Regional Schools
09.2000 - 06.2007

After-School Program Leader

YMCA
09.2000 - 06.2007

Elementary Education - Education

Rutgers University
Melissa Cugini