Rachel Zantarski
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Passionate teacher and tutor with eight years of experience helping students from all backgrounds become confident and successful writers. Dedicated to enriching students’ lives through group and one-on-one tutoring, coaching, and mentoring. Accomplished in providing individualized instruction and adapting teaching methods to ensure that each student reaches their maximum potential. seeking a part-time tutor opportunity to put my training and experience in advance.
STRENGTHS & CAPABILITIES
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong communication skills.
Good understanding of student behavior management methodologies.
Profound knowledge of student cognitive development and learning styles.
Proficient with curriculum framework and Ability to respond to student needs.
Capability to monitor and record student progress with diverse student populations.
Ability to prepare curriculum and taught elementary and middle school students and improve scores.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Director 2010-2015
Noble Prose (non-profit organization)
Collaborated with the marketing team and Created website content.
Provided leadership for a small but growing organization of writers and volunteers.
Implemented a comprehensive professional development program for organizational goals.
Managed all aspects of the educational program, including Recruiting writers and volunteers.
College Instructor 2009-2010
Communications and Mass Media - Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, NJ
Provided students with a solid foundation in the field of "Mass Communications" (various media forms). Described its function and the effect it has on national and global society and culture.
Enhance learning objectives by integrating technology so that students can actively participate in lessons and show understanding of the subjects studied.
Teacher &Tutor, (Grades K-12) 2004-2005
Huntington Learning Center Brick, NJ
Assessed and instructed students and improved reading, writing, and math skills.
Prepared individualized education plans aligned with students’ needs and interests.
Instructed and prepared students for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) to optimize test scores.
Teacher of Photojournalism (Grades 7 and 8) 2000-2001
Marlboro Middle School, Marlboro, NJ
Developed an online community, researched historical topics, and authored class projects using a class website.
Provided guidance in discussing and debating media ethics to gain a better understanding of their role and influence in society
Teacher of Reading/Language Arts (Grades 2 and 3)
Robertsvillle Elementary School, Marlboro, NJ
Provided language, reading, and writing instruction to students and adults.
Utilized a variety of learning techniques and assessments to accommodate all learning styles.
Differentiated instruction is used in preparing educational objectives and lesson plans for each student.
Contact
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309 Constitution DriveForked River, NJ 08731
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EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Education and Communication
Columbia University, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
Communication
Teamwork
Leadership
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Patience
Attention to Detail
English Language
Curriculum Development
Differentiated Learning
Grammar
Writing and Reading
Gifted Education
Instructional Technology
One-on-One Tutoring
Spelling
Vocabulary
Test Prep
TESOL Methodology
Coaching and Mentoring
Skills