1. TERRI DEANS-MCFARLANE
29 Linden Street - #406
Hackensack, NJ 07601
201.487.4950
Terri.mcfarlane@yahoo.com
SUMMARY
§ Career
includes
over
20
years
of
experience
in
Support,
Project
Management,
Leadership,
Teaching
and
Supervision.
§ A
Proficiency
in
Market
Research,
Strategic
Planning
and
Development,
with
Exceptional
Organizational
skills.
§ A
Strong
aptitude
for
Enhancing
Revenue,
Improving
Efficiency,
Managing
Risk
and
Expanding
Customer
Relationships.
EDUCATION
01/2013 (Pending) Teacher Certification License (K-6) - Felician College East Rutherford, NJ
05/2012 Master of Science, Nyack College - Organizational Leadership Rockland, NY
Courses
Included:
Global
Leadership
&
Diversity,
Organizational
Redesign
and
Innovation
and
Strategic
Planning
01/2009 Bachelor of Science, William Paterson University – Communication Wayne, NJ
Courses
Included:
Organizational
Communication,
Dynamics
of
Communication,
and
Intercultural
Communication
12/2003 Associate in Science, Bergen Community College - Liberal Arts
Paramus, NJ
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
11/2015 – Present Bergen Community College
Hackensack, NJ 07601
ESL Instructor – Conversational/Writing II (Evenings)
Energetic and goal-focused education professional with solid qualifications in English Language Teaching.
Track record of consistently improving the standard of second language acquisition among students through
effective implementation of modern research based education impartment methods. Fully up to date with latest
research in effective teaching strategies applicable to ESL.
05/2015 – Present McCloud Elementary School
Englewood, NJ 07601
4th
and 6th
Grade Assistant Teacher
Provide support to classroom teacher daily and promote planned activities to enhance the emotional, academic
and physical development of students. Prepare classroom for lessons and organize materials. Supervise hands-
on activities and participate in educational games. Offer one-on-one assistance to children struggling with
specific subjects and/or completing assignments. Chaperone field trips and sports events. Carry out various
administrative tasks.
• Assisted with supervising the classroom, ensuring a focused well-disciplined learning environment at all
times.
• Developed a good rapport with students in order to cultivate a creative and encouraging atmosphere.
• Assisted with children with special needs.

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01/2013 – 12/2014 Elisabeth Morrow School
Englewood, NJ 07631
Substitute Teacher
Responsible for assisting the teacher with all aspects of the daily classroom routine, including
distributing and collecting study material, keeping attendance records, and carrying out lunchroom and
recess duties.
• Providing students with feedback on their work and on how to improve them.
• Supporting the school during short-term periods of teacher absence.
• Ensuring classroom management by setting rules and limits.
• Preparing and administrating tests and exams.
06/2007 – 04/2010 Cancer Prevention and Control div. of Mount Sinai School of Medicine
New York, NY
Project Coordinator
§ Developed and launched Community Outreach program based on government health initiatives and
partnerships.
§ Established and sustained working relationships with agencies and organizations hosting community
event.
§ Acquired, Trained and Supervised volunteer staff members, and interns to meet program objectives.
§ Drafted project related reports, Grant proposals, IRB renewals, informational handouts, and other
correspondence, in accordance with HIPPA regulations as needed.
11/2005 - 06/2007 Norman Staffing Services Paramus, NJ
Administrative Assistant/Customer Service Representative
§ Provide administrative support specifically relevant to each client’s operating environment.
§ Managed Communication, Customer Routing, and maintenance requests for over 150 tenants and
vendors.
§ Developed and instituted marketing strategies geared towards increasing profitability and corporate
growth.
01/2005 - 11/2005 Morgan Stanley via Pyramid Personnel
Administrative Support (Financial Institution)
§ Continuously increased customer retention by proactively researching statistics, drafting documents,
editing presentations, and initiating telecommunication when needed.
§ Assisted with the development and completion of multiple projects, by monitoring production and
performing quality assurance verifications.
§ Provided introduction and orientation to clients registering for corporate events, securing payments as
required.
03/1978 – 11/2003 Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA-CREF) New York, NY
Securities Research Specialist/ Tax Assistant/Mortgage Coding Clerk/File Clerk
§ Sourced detailed information affecting Investment Securities including Credit Ratings, SEC filings, and
Corporate Financials.
§ Assisted with the preparation, documentation and payment of all Real Estate taxes accrued.

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§ Increased efficiency and reduced carbon dependency by integrating Corporate 10K/Annual Reports and
internal database.
§ Oversaw file maintenance and legal distribution, preserving compliance with retention policies.
Training
Toastmasters, New York, NY (2000-Present)
American Sign Language (ASL) Certificates (2004)
Teacher of Religious Studies (Certificate)
Volunteerism
-Gilda’s Club
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