Gertrude Amoako

Working with students (primarily in the special education department) in and out of the classroom. Assisting them with reading, writing, math, acquiring life skills, and promoting positive social interactions with peers and adults.

Responsibilities include:

- Providing support during transition between class

- Providing support in the class room

- Working one on one and doing small groups with children

• Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children. 
• I have communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors. 
• Enforced household rules to keep the home safe and organized.
• Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits. 
• Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation. 
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs. 
• Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level. 
• Watched children playing with toys and games for safety and appropriate behavior. 
• Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
• Prepared healthy snacks and meals according to individual needs. 
• Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills. Employed positive reinforcement methods to encourage good behavior. 
• Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects. 
• Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback. 
• Made healthy snacks and meals for 2 children

• Assisted teachers with supervision and care of a group of 25 children.
•  Provided a warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth. 
• Collaborated with parents, administrators, and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students. 
• Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
•  Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff. Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds. 
• Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns. 
• Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments. Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.