Vakhida Arifi

Dedicated and passionate elementary school teacher with experience planning and delivering standards-based instruction that promotes academic achievement and student growth. Skilled in creating engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environments that foster both academic and social-emotional development. Experienced in working with English Language Learners (ELLs) and diverse student populations, differentiating instruction to meet individual learning needs, and implementing strategies that support language development and academic success.

Strong collaboration with colleagues and families, utilizing data-driven practices to support student achievement. Excellent communication and organizational skills.

2nd Grade Teacher at P.S. 225 The Eileen E. Zaglin (2025-09 – Present)

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in ELA, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies aligned with New York State learning standards.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports academic growth and social-emotional development.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including multilingual students and students with varying academic abilities.
• Use classroom management strategies to maintain student engagement, participation, and respectful behavior.
• Assess student progress through classwork, projects, and formal/informal assessments; communicate progress with parents and school staff.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers and administration to support student success and school initiatives.

Substitute Teacher at P.S. 225 The Eileen E. Zaglin (2023-06 – 2025-06)

• Consistently hired as substitute instructor, work well with teachers and administration.
• Effectively teach students of academic/age levels (grades PreK - 8) in a range of subjects including Mathematics, ELA, Science, Social Studies.
• Instruct classes of as many as 30 students from diverse cultural backgrounds; incorporating my knowledge of different cultures and fluency in several languages.
• Ensure head teacher of implementation of Lesson Plans and instructions.
• Develop a respectful classroom environment and keep students engaged in daily activities; use various classroom management techniques to maintain student discipline and participation.
• Track and record student's performance for teacher's future reference.

MST in Childhood Education 1-6 – SUNY Plattsburgh (2025-06)

Bachelor of Arts in Children and Youth Studies – Brooklyn College, CUNY (2020-05)

Associates Degree in Liberal Arts – Kingsborough Community College, CUNY (2018-06)

Associates Degree in Journalism – Kyiv International University (2008-06)