Cynthia Prez

265 Washington Ave, Dover, NJ 07801 perez45@tcnj.edu 973-459-9883 (cell) OBJECTIVE To obtain an elementary education teaching position that allowing for interaction with a diverse population of students utilizing a student centered approach. EDUCATION The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), Ewing NJ Bachelor of Science in M/S/T (Math,Science,Technology)- Technology specialization, May 2013 Master of Education, projected graduation May 2014 Cumulative GPA: 3.831/4.0; Deans List HONORS Presenter, AERA 2012, Fall 2012 Member, Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society Presenter, Celebration of Student Achievement, Spring 2011 Member, Golden Key International Honor Society Member, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Member, Gamma Sigma Alpha- National Greek Academic Honor Society CERTIFICATIONS American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages- Oral Proficiency Interview, October 2013 American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages-Writing Proficiency Test, October 2013 Praxis Exam- Technology Education, October 2013 Praxis Exam- Middle School Science, September 2013 Praxis Exam- Middle School Mathematics, July 2013 Praxis Exam- Elementary Education: Multiple Subjects, February 2013 ACCESS for ELLs Administrator Certification, The College of New Jersey- WIDA, Spring 2013 Anti-Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying Prevention Certification, The College of New Jersey, Spring 2012 SKILLS Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, morning meeting, Weebly (website design), general wood tech safety and protocol skills, experience with Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA2) administration TEACHING EXPERIENCE Student Teaching, Grant Elementary School, Trenton, NJ Spring 2014 Teach and develop lesson plans for multiple core subjects: Math, Literacy, Social Studies, Science using New Jersey Core Curriculum Standards Promote a positive learning environment by recognizing student strengths and differentiating work when necessary Design and implement activities and various lesson plans that aid students learning Student Teaching, Ambrit International School, Rome, Italy, Spring 2014 Teach third grade class with approximately twenty five students Develop engaging lessons in Math, Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies Employ differentiated instruction to address student learning styles and abilities Use open-ended questions to facilitate critical thinking Internship I, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School, Trenton, NJ Fall 2013 Instructed a third grade class with up to twenty three students in all major subjects: Math, Literacy, Social Studies, Science and implemented morning meeting Aligned lesson plans to the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards Encouraged a positive learning environment by supporting students of differing abilities Integrated technology into classroom instruction and collaborative learning activities Adopt- A-Student, Robbins Elementary School, Trenton, NJ, Spring 2013 Taught English to a first grade ESL/ELL student from Guatemala by implementing various lesson plans for different content subjects Junior Field Experience, Grant Elementary School, Trenton, NJ, Spring 2012 Assisted teacher in a fourth grade class with more than twenty students Developed a lesson on bullying and respect Promoted a positive learning environment by recognizing student strengths

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Sophomore Practicum, Brunswick Acres Elementary School, Kendall Park, NJ, Spring 2011 Aided a teacher in a third grade class with twenty three students Instructed a science lesson on Earth Day and recycling and a math lesson on ordered pairs Focused on differentiating assignments to accommodate student abilities Promoted a positive learning environment by recognizing student strengths Sophomore Practicum, Parkway Elementary School, Ewing NJ, Fall 2010 Observed and supported teacher in a second grade class with approximately twenty students Administered Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA2) to students Developed and instructed a language arts lesson on visualization and a social studies lesson on Thanksgiving WORK EXPERIENCE Teachers Assistant, The Goddard School, Denville, NJ, Summers 2010-2013 Assisted Head Teacher with classroom responsibilities Accounted for up to two hundred students ages 6 weeks-6 years of age Encouraged group work during centers Promoted a positive learning environment by highlighting student strengths and achievements PUBLICATIONS Mawhinney, L., Mulero, L., & Perez, C. (2012). African american pre-service teachers perspectives on urban education: An exploration at an hbcu. The Urban Review, 44(5 (December 2012)), 612-627. COMMUNITY SERVICE Alternative Break Club, Manasquan NJ, November 2012 Volunteered with Manasquan First Presbyterian Church by assessing damage to homes affected by Hurricane Sandy Gathered residents information to then build teams that would later help those residents clean their homes Hedgepath Williams Middle School, Trenton NJ, Spring 2011 Mentored sixth through eighth graders for 12 weeks through TCNJs Introduction to Urban Education class Alternative Break Club, New Orleans LA, January 2011 Volunteered to help those affected by Hurricane Katrina by rebuilding homes (9 days) Visitation Home, Ewing NJ Fall 2009 Volunteered for eight weeks through TCNJs Freshman Year Experience (FYE) CAMPUS LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Vice President of Philanthropic Services, Sigma Kappa Sorority, Fall 2012 Coordinated, planned, and participated in multiple philanthropic events such as the Driving Out Alzheimers Car Show, Ultra Violet Week, and the Week Of Giving to help raise money and awareness for our national philanthropies Taught sisters about the importance of our national philanthropies Planned, coordinated, and participated in weekly volunteer opportunities regarding Nursing Home visits to nursing homes in the area Coordinated chapter participation in the Walk to End Alzheimers o Raised and donated over $8,000 dollars Helped to coordinate and co-sponsored a Hockey Game to help raise money for the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund Completed and sent yearly reports to National Headquarters Kept organized files on all chapter philanthropic endeavors Vice President of Alumnae Relations, Sigma Kappa Sorority, Spring- Fall 2011 Planned, coordinated, and participated in the Founders Day luncheon Developed and coordinated activities for alumnae and graduating seniors Planned and executed Mommy-Daughter Day Created the Alumnae Newsletter Completed and sent yearly report to National Headquarters Kept organized files on all chapter paperwork regarding alumnae and graduating seniors