Elina Shnayder
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Social Studies/Teacher of Students with Disabilities
Education
BA in Social Studies/Teacher of Students with Disabilities Kean University, Union, NJ (09/07– 12/10)
GPA 3.48/4.0
AAS Liberal Arts County College of Morris, Randolph, NJ (09/05– 05/07)
Summary of Qualifications
Obtained an endorsement of Teacher of Students with Disabilities and designated as highly qualified in Social Studies K-12.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Smart Office System, Kidspiration, and Inspiration.
Possesses strong communication and analytical skills.
Proficient in planning and preparing lesson plans while using New Jersey Core Curricular Content Standards.
Professional Experience
Student Teacher – Special Education, Frelinghuysen Middle School, Morristown, NJ (9/10 – 12/10)
Designed and implemented differentiated lesson plans.
Created engaging atmosphere in a classroom by developing cooperative learning experiences.
Enhanced student learning by utilizing various technical instruments, such as power point presentations, flash cards, read 180, graphic organizers, Kidspiration, Smart board.
Improved material presentation by developing classroom management plans.
Established and maintained positive and professional relationship with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
Modeled and consulted teachers on modifications and accommodations to instruction and materials ensuring the diverse needs of every student are met.
Social Studies Teaching Field Internship, Morris Plains, NJ (1/10 – 5/10)
Taught social studies to fifth grade students.
Designed lesson plans, notes and power point presentations.
Engaged students in cooperative learning by utilizing jigsaw, fishbowl discussions, and popcorn review strategies.
Ensured that all students maintained appropriate classroom behavior at all time by incorporating classroom management techniques.
Helped students successfully comprehend complex material by relating history to their daily life events.
Office Assistant – JBS Benefits, Florham Park, NJ (9/07 – 6/10)
Obtained client information from vendors.
Improved records accuracy by updating clients’ data into the Smart Office in accordance with the insurance carriers’ information.
Fluent in Russian