4 Strek Drive Parlin, NJ 08859; 732-841-4951

cardosg1@tcnj.edu
Gabriella Cardoso https://cardosoteach.weebly.com/

Profile
Passionate, motivated, and hands-on teacher eager to begin a career helping students reach their full potential through
individualized instruction and creative lessons. Foster learning by incorporating different teaching techniques such as peer-
driven learning, role playing, and interactive centers. Continuously encourage and develop a growth mind set within students to
create lifelong learners. Ample experience working with children in various settings, and capable of adapting to new
environments.

Education
The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ May 2018
· Bachelor of Science Elementary Education; Bachelor of Arts Sociology
· Honors: Dean’s list, seven semesters; Cumulative GPA 3.7/4.0

Certifications
· Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing - CEAS, Elementary Education State of New Jersey (May 2018)
· edTPA Certification (January 2018)
· Praxis II Education Multiple Subjects (5001) Certification (August 2017)
· Substitute Teacher Certification (June 2017)
· CPR and First Aid Certification (May 2017)
· Harassment Intimidation and Bullying (HIB) Training (February 2017)

Practicum Experience
Kuser Elementary School | Hamilton, NJ Fall 2017
Kindergarten (20 students)
· Created unique and challenging lessons in every subject area by utilizing FUNdations and Math Expressions curriculum
· Incorporated technology when possible such as: Mystery Doug, Mystery Science, Raz-Kids, and SciShow Kids
· Differentiated instruction to reach all students by organizing small groups based on students’ skill levels
· Built a sense of community by establishing classroom routines and expectations
· Tracked educational and behavioral progress by setting goals to be met at school and at home through incentive charts
· Designed and coordinated behavior management techniques with teacher’s assistant
· Became a liaison between Spanish speaking parents and faculty at parent teacher conferences and grade level meetings
regarding student behavior and academic progress
Carrol Robbins Elementary School | Trenton, NJ Spring 2017
Third Grade, Bilingual (21 students)
· Crafted and taught hands-on literacy and math center activities for a variety of learners
· Employed 10 interdisciplinary, research-based lessons about culture and diversity
· Differentiated instruction by varying writing requirements, drafting techniques, and translated materials for ESL students
East Amwell, Township School | Ringos, NJ Fall 2016
Fourth Grade (13 students)
· Assisted with small group instruction to meet the learning needs of all students
· Taught interactive and engaging math and science lessons
Quarry Hill Elementary School | Pennsbury, PA Spring 2016
Second Grade (21 students)
· Provided support through one-on-one instruction in literacy
· Taught interactive read-a-louds focused on plot summary
· Conducted a case study on one student’s literacy knowledge and used results to tailor future lessons
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Work Experience
Substitute Teacher | Multiple School Districts June 2017 – Present
· Sayreville public schools
· Ewing public schools
· Hamilton public schools
· Source4Teachers supported schools
· Carry out lesson plans, create lesson plans if necessary, and maintain a safe classroom
Camp Director | Garden Friends, Sayreville, NJ April 2016 – Present
· Plan educational and fun activities for a variety of age groups (pre-k – 6 grade)
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· Organize and schedule educational field trips that correlate with the curriculum
· Monitor children and handle disciplinary and behavior issues that arise among campers
· Lead activities and engage with children in camp groups
· Set routines and expectations to create a safe environment
· Prioritize and delegate daily camp responsibilities
· Greet parents and answer questions about camp activities, procedure, field trips, and curriculum
Teacher | Garden Friends, Sayreville, NJ August 2013 – Present
· Multi-task monitoring children and maintaining a safe and clean classroom (infant – pre-k)
· Teach children social and basic skills (writing, identifying letters, numbers and colors)
· Create hands-on math, literacy, science, and social studies lessons with an emphasis on fine motor skills
· Inform parents on children’s progress and behavior in class
Assistant | Fun Bus, Old Bridge, NJ July 2014 – August 2017
· Taught children social skills, patience, and manners while they played and exercised
· Maintained a safe environment for children to play in by monitoring children and equipment
Curriculum Content Contributor | Nicky Fifth, Trenton, NJ June 2016 – December 2016
· Researched, organized, and summarized information about social studies topics for Nicky Fifth curriculum plan

Volunteer Work
Kindergarten Aide | Kuser Elementary School, Hamilton, NJ January 2018 – Present
· Support students in small group instruction to meet the needs of every learner
· Supervise behavior of students and use intervention techniques
Family Worker | The Howley School Pre-School, Trenton, NJ January 2018 – Present
· Assist and collaborate with family service team
· Aid in connecting families with resources; HomeFront, Womenspace, and Home Energy Assistance Program
Bonner Scholar | Hedgepeth Williams Elementary, Trenton, NJ September 2014 – May 2015
· Assisted kindergarten and first grade students with homework twice a week

Organizations
Alpha Kappa Delta April 2017 – Present
· Secretary of international sociology honor society; responsible for recording meeting minutes
Kappa Delta Pi March 2016 – Present
· Active member of international honor society in education; attend meetings regarding job development

Skills
· Conversational in Spanish
· Technology: Google Platforms (Drive, Classroom, Forms), expert in Microsoft Office, adept with Interactive board
technology