ELIDA
RUSTA
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elidarusta@icloud@com
Summary
Did my bachelor’s degree in 1994 and since then I have worked as a full time elementary teacher in Albania, until 2021. My life took a new path here, in New York. I am also a writer, with 3 published books, lots of first prizes and part of different organizations, such as Women’s Federation for World Peace. Skill Highlights
• Time management
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
• Attention to detail
• Observational Skills
• Customer Service
Experience (Some)
Elementary Teacher - 09/1994 to 05/2021
School “Gasper Hila”, Shkoder
• Planned and developed instructional materials, and activities aligned with the school's curriculum standards and objectives.
• Adapted teaching strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Created a positive, safe, inclusive, and diverse classroom environment.
• Set clear behavior expectations and established routines.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback.
• Maintained accurate records of grades and attendance.
• Fostered a safe and diverse classroom environment. Heavy Cleaner Floater at Columbia Unversity
• Move materials and furniture as required.
• Report building malfunctions as instructed, i.e. power failures, leaks, building equipment and any other damages.
• Operate any/all motor-cleaning equipment to strip and wax floors, stairwells and corridors.
• Sweep and mop entrance lobby, stairwells and elevator landings.
• Polish marble or brass; wash walls and blackboards; clean mirrors, glass partitions, banisters and mailboxes, window-sills and baseboards in common area and dust assigned areas.
• Dispose of trash and recycling as directed by supervisor or management; clean compactor room; check all drains and remove debris and inspect, restock, and clean all areas of the building.
• Responsible for the safekeeping, minor repairs, and preservation of all janitorial materials and equipment and perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Certification (Some)
Bachelor, Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Language and Literature and Master of Sciences,
“Luigj Gurakuqi”University, July 1994
20 Year Qualification Proof – Master Teacher 1, April 2015 Published book: The poetic volume "Njemije Vjet Ajkune", Published book: The poetic volume "Angels do not hold hands". First prize winner Michigan, Detroit, from "Kuvendi" magazine, First prize winner, Via "In the footsteps of Naimian", First prize winner of the Eleventh Traditional Manifestation of Literature "Tahir Desk's Hour" in Klina, Kosovo
First prize winner in the competition "Azem Shkreli", Pejë, Kosovo. First prize winner in the 8th Edition of the "Poetry Hour" Manifestation, Bajram Curr Winner of the third prize in the "Frang Bardhi" poetry competition, Belgium. First prize in International Literature Gathering "Azem Shkreli 2020", 18th Edition Poems in World Anthologies:
• Atunis Galaxy Anthology 2018 & (ISBN: 978**********)
• Atunis Galaxy Anthology 2019 & (ISBN: 978**********) Association "In Defense of Human Rights"
Member of the Albanian-American Literary Academy of Science and Art, since August 2017 Ambassador for Global Peace, Women's Federation for World Peace, in November 2018 Member of the Association of Albanian-American Writers Published book: The poetic volume "Twilight years", September 2023, Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification, 2021
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
CNA Certificate (waiting for the license), 2024
Security Guard Certificate (waiting for the license), 2024 Languages
Albanian - Primary
English - Secondary