Aaron Graziano Stein
Brooklyn
Summary
Experienced educator with specialized focus on early childhood special education. Strong collaboration skills ensure effective teamwork and flexibility with changing needs. Skilled in individualized education plans, classroom management, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Known for achieving results and adapting teaching strategies to support diverse learner needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
DOE
Brooklyn, NY
12.2024 - Current
- Provide one-on-one or small group instruction to students under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
- Support the teacher in creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborate with teachers and other support staff, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and counselors, to ensure the students' needs are met.
- Attend staff meetings, professional development sessions, and training workshops.
- P.S. 132k (DOE), Brooklyn, NY, 30 hours, Full-time
Guest Teacher/Guest Dean
Manhattan Charter School (School Professionals)
New York, NY
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Implemented lesson plans provided by the regular classroom teacher in accordance with school and district guidelines.
- Managed classroom transitions, attendance, and daily routines efficiently.
- Arrived prepared and punctual, ready to assume instructional duties at short notice.
- Built positive rapport with students, staff, and faculty while maintaining professionalism and flexibility.
- New York, NY, 40 hours, Full-time
Crime Victim Advocate
76th Precinct (Safe Horizon)
Brooklyn, NY
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to crime victims and their families, helping them navigate through traumatic experiences.
- Advocated on behalf of victims in various settings, including law enforcement agencies, courts, and social service agencies.
- Tracked and maintained accurate case records, documentation, and progress notes in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Supplied victims with referrals to additional support services, including mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, and community resources.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness about crime victims' rights and available services.
- Brooklyn, NY, 40 hours, Full-time
Extern
First Light Psychological Services
Kew Gardens, NY
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Contributed to case conferences, gaining insight into treatment planning, ethical dilemmas, and client-centered care, with a team of professionals.
- 25 hours, Extern
Lead Front Counter
The Sandwich Shop
Brooklyn, NY
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Received and complete orders for all of New York to ensure customers would return.
- Prepared meal orders to guarantee that all our clients were fed and satisfied.
- Maintained and restock when needed resulting in appropriate merchandise.
- Accommodated customers to receive order in a timely fashion to provide the best service and uphold company standards.
- Brooklyn NY, 30 hours, Part-time
Group Leader
School Settlement Association (St. Nick’s Alliance)
Brooklyn, NY
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Facilitated and coordinate recreational sports and arts activities to foster learning for youth, grades K-5.
- Scheduled tutoring assistance in subjects including science, mathematics, and geography to enhance knowledge to prepare the future generation.
- Provided verbal reports to parents of program participants to ensure communication of children's progress was understood.
- Uphold the core values of the organization to work towards furthering children's education.
- Produced and coordinated lesson plans for children to guarantee material was learned by children.
- Brooklyn, NY, 25 hours, Part-time
Cashier
The World’s Farm
Brooklyn, NY
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Handled beverage orders to increase customer satisfaction with the business.
- Coordinated cash transactions at the register to help the flow of the store.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of the food preparation area to ensure safety standards were met.
- Assisted customers with selecting local fresh produce to uphold the reputation of our location.
- Brooklyn, NY, 25 hours, Part-time
Education
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology with a Concentration in Victimology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York
New York, NY12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Sociology
St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY05-2020
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY07-2027
Skills
- Core Expertise: Crisis Intervention & De-escalation, Forensic Assessment & Client-Centered Care, Curriculum Development & Group Instruction, Case Documentation & Record Tracking, Classroom Management & Behavior Improvement
- Technical & Behavioral: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Understanding of SPSS Software, Conflict Resolution, Team Leadership, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Employee Training, Reliability
- Behavior management
- Helping students with special needs
- Effective communication
- Small group and individual assistance
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Classroom management
Languages
Italian Spoken: Novice | Written: Novice | Read: Novice
Latin Spoken: Novice | Written: Novice | Read: Novice
Spanish Spoken: Novice | Written: Novice | Read: Novice
Timeline
Paraprofessional
DOE
12.2024 - Current
Guest Teacher/Guest Dean
Manhattan Charter School (School Professionals)
10.2024 - 12.2024
Extern
First Light Psychological Services
09.2023 - 12.2023
Crime Victim Advocate
76th Precinct (Safe Horizon)
04.2023 - 10.2024
Lead Front Counter
The Sandwich Shop
08.2021 - 04.2023
Group Leader
School Settlement Association (St. Nick’s Alliance)
09.2019 - 03.2021
Cashier
The World’s Farm
06.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Sociology
St. Francis College
Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology with a Concentration in Victimology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York
Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Brooklyn College
TRAINING
- Dignity for all students DOE workshop (DOE 2024)
- Autism DOE workshop (DOE 2024)
- Paraprofessional Doe workshop (DOE 2024)
- Schools Against Violence in Education DOE workshop (DOE 2024)
- Mandated Reporter (DOE 2024)