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Cheryl Ann Garay

Experienced and licensed Elementary Teacher with 18 years of successful classroom practice in public schools.
Philippines
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Level of Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Years of Teaching Experience: 18
Teaching Subject(s): Elementary Education (Generalist)
Grade Levels You Teach: Elementary (Grades 1–5)

Skills

Teacher III (Full-Time Elementary Teacher)

ML Pineda Elementary School – Butuan City, Philippines
January 2008 – Present

Delivered effective instruction across Grades 1, 5, and 6, supporting academic growth in literacy, numeracy, and English language skills.

Served as Grade 1 Classroom Adviser for 7 years, building strong foundational reading and mathematics skills.

Served as Grade 6 Adviser and English Teacher for 11 years, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent learning.

Functioned as Reading Coordinator for 18 years, leading school-wide literacy initiatives and interventions.

Achieved 75–80% independent reader rate based on the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI).

Contributed to a 5% annual improvement in National Achievement Test (NAT) performance.

Maintained a 0% behavior referral rate through consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.

Recognized for creating a structured, organized, and engaging classroom environment.

About

Elementary Teacher with 18 years of experience in public schools. Minnesota Tier 4 licensed. Strong background in literacy and numeracy instruction, differentiated teaching, classroom management, and instructional technology. Proven ability to improve reading outcomes and create positive, inclusive learning environments.