Elaina E.

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(609) 751-1971 / elainaeng@gmail.com / 22 Hamilton Lane, Plainsboro, NJ 08536 / elainang.weebly.com

EDUCATION
Rutgers University, Graduate School of Education | New Brunswick, NJ
Masters of Education, Elementary Education with a Specialization in Middle School Math (5-8), May 2017
GPA 4.0
Rutgers University, School of Arts and Sciences | New Brunswick, NJ
Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, May 2016
Deans List Fall 2014, Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Spring 2016 GPA 3.49

CERTIFICATION
NJ Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing, Elementary School Teacher in Grades K-6
(Anticipated May 2017)
NJ Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing, Middle School with Subject Matter Specialization:
Mathematics in Grades 5-8 (Anticipated May 2017)
Rutgers University Endorsement in Educational Technology (Anticipated May 2017)
Substitute Teacher Certificate Middlesex County (Apr 2017)
Google Certified Educator Level I (Apr 2017)

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Sampson G Smith Intermediate School Somerset, NJ
Student Teacher; Grade 5 Nov. 2016 - Dec. 2016
Co-Planned with Sampson G Smiths Teacher of the Year and gained valuable experience for classroom
management, teaching practices, and student interactions
Facilitated learning of 5th grade general and special education students using differentiation, student-centered
lessons, and discovery labs
Created engaging interactive activities to show how mathematical concepts connect to everyday life
Implemented the GO Math! Curriculum through small groups, warm-ups, mini-lessons, and student reflections
Interacted with a cluster team to discuss various topics about education and plan subject integrated projects

Pine Grove Manor Elementary School Somerset, NJ

Student Teacher; Grade 3 Aug. 2016 - Nov. 2016
Modified curriculum for English Language Learners by scaffolding and providing differentiated instruction
Utilized Lucy Calkins Reading and Writing Workshop model in literacy
Implemented the GO Math! curriculum with supplements from the Engage New York curriculum through the
math workshop model
Performed collaborative lesson planning and worked with other 3rd grade team teachers
Communicated with parents using Class Dojo and notes sent home
Participated in and attended Positive Behavior Support meetings
Incorporated technology throughout various aspects of the class and implemented Google Classroom as a new and
innovative learning technique

Sampson G Smith Intermediate School Somerset, NJ

Practicum Experience; Grade 5 June 2016
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Observed and analyzed teaching methods, practices and interactions within the 5 grade math/science inclusion
classroom
Instructed small group lessons and assisted cooperating teacher during whole class instruction
Pine Grove Manor Elementary School Somerset, NJ
Practicum Experience; Grades 2 & 3 Sept. 2015 May 2016
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Observed and assisted two 3 grade teachers (Fall 2015) and a second grade teacher (Spring 2016) in ELL
inclusion classrooms
Conducted a mini lesson and worked with students individually in small group instruction and during centers
Consulted cooperating teachers on classroom management and educational practices

Source 4 Teachers Middlesex County, NJ

Substitute Teacher & Paraprofessional Mar 2017- Present
Implemented pre-created lesson plans in various grade levels, effectively managed students in a classroom setting,
and provided assistance to main classroom teacher

Greater Brunswick Charter School New Brunswick, NJ

Rutgers Reading Club Tutor Jan. 2017 Present
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Mentored two 3 grade students once a week to improve their literacy skills
Administered Developmental Reading Assessments (DRAs) in addition to other literacy assessments

Bricks 4 Kidz Robbinsville & Piscataway, NJ

Teacher Mar. 2014 - Present
Independently taught Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math to 15-18 elementary students in an after school
and summer camp enrichment STEM program

Private Tutor Edison & Metuchen, NJ

Tutor Sept. 2013 - May 2015
Tutored two international students from China individually for four hours a week. The subjects corresponded to a
high school level core curriculum, SAT prep, as well as material from ESL classes

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Franklin Township Public Schools Professional Development Workshops Sept. 2016 Dec. 2016
SGOs, Google Classroom, Student Led Read Aloud, Reciprocal Teaching, Team Teaching, Next Generation
Science Standards
New Jersey Student Education Association
NJSEA Convention Apr. 2015
NJEA Convention Nov. 2014

LEADERSHIP
Rutgers University, Asian American Cultural Center
Mentor (Sept. 2016 Present)
Rutgers University, Chinese Student Organization
President (May 2015-2016)
Treasurer (May 2014-2015)

SKILLS & INTERESTS

Proficient in Microsoft Office & Google Suite (incl. Google Classroom)
Intermediate level abilities in utilizing educational platforms such as Genesis, Rubicon, iReady, and EdConnect
Basic proficiency in Mandarin speaking, listening, and writing
Highly interested in integrating arts, technology, and multimedia
Eager to participate in extracurricular activities such as PBS, PTO and other school sponsored programs