Maya P.

Schnitzer
Lower Makefield, PA 19067
Mschn711@live.kutztown.edu, 215-478-2341

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as an elementary school teacher that will utilize my dedication to children’s
educational needs and development; while encouraging creativity and higher order thinking in ways that
increase student performance.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

 Engaging personality and teaching style that
holds the attention of the students
 Lessons clearly established to meet specific
objectives of each class and needs of each
student
 Effective discipline skills and good
classroom skills to promote positive
behaviors and effective study and work
habits
 Passionate about teaching and working with
children

EDUCATION
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA
Major: Elementary Education/Grades Pre-K through 4 May 2020
GPA: 3.88
Dean’s List

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Fleetwood Area School District-
Andrew Maier Elementary School Fleetwood, PA
Professional Semester Oct 2019-Dec 2019
 Creating positive, engaging and supportive learning environments for student from diverse
backgrounds
 Whole group instruction and differentiated small group instruction
 Experience working with students with Autism, Speech impairments and physical disabilities
 Strong team-building and collaborative talents, partnering easily with teachers, principals, parents
and support staff to identify student needs, address issues and promote school spirit
 English Language Arts, Foundation skills: phonemic awareness
 Able to run well organized classrooms and manage behavior
 Willingly work after hours and during weekends to ensure student success
 Offered detailed reports that outline each child’s day individual activities and behaviors
 Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool Macungie, PA

Preschool Teacher, Before & After School caregiver Aug 2018 – Present
 Create, manage, and participate in a variety of learning activities and environments to provide
students to develop to their fullest potential.
  Communicate positively with students, parents, and staff.
 Prepare and deliver lesson plans, implement school curriculum, and assess developmental needs of
the students.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Neshaminy Kids Club Neshaminy, PA
Camp counselor May 2019-Present
 Frequent travel and safely transport children to and from activities
 Coordinate field trips
 Closely monitor children’s play activities to verify safety
 Provide a child friendly environment with engaging activities and continuous access to the outdoors

Yardley, PA
Nanny May 2019-Present
 Have affectionately cared for toddler and pre-kindergartener
 Ensure the needs of children are met on a daily basis
 Organize activities that enhance children’s physical, emotional and social well being
 Promote language development skills through reading and storytelling
 Work with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior

Magic Arts Studio Morrisville, PA

Camp Counselor Nov 2017 – Present

Einstein Bros Bagels Yardley, PA

Shift Leader Dec 2016 – Present

Kol Emet Synagogue Yardley, PA

Event Coordinator Mar 2016 – Dec 2017

Sesame Place Langhorne, PA

Entertainer Jul 2013 – Jan 2017

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT/LEADERSHIP
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA
Director of Public Relations, Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority Aug 2016 - Present

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA

Member, Model United Nations Aug 2016 - Present

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA

Secretary, Hillel Jan 2017 - Present

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA

Historian and Recruitment Chair, Association for Childhood Education International
Jan 2018 - Present