Alexander Amos
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional and art specialist with 15+ years supporting classroom instruction, student supervision, and behavior redirection. Skilled in special needs support, lesson materials preparation, and maintaining positive learning environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Fredrick Douglass Academy V Middle School
The Bronx, New York
06.2009 - Current
- Supported middle school teachers during classroom instruction and student supervision.
- Monitored student behavior and calmly redirected disruptions.
- Prepared lesson materials and organized classroom supplies for daily use.
- Assisted students with special needs during transitions, assignments, and routines.
- Documented student observations and reported concerns to teachers and support teams.
- Guided students during testing periods and maintained quiet classroom environments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Art Specialist
New York Junior Tennis & Learning
The Bronx, New York
01.2018 - 06.2026
- Designed art lessons for youth enrichment programs at New York Junior Tennis & Learning.
- Supported after-school programming with safe, engaging art instruction.
- Managed student behavior with clear rules and positive redirection.
- Adapted projects for different skill levels and learning styles.
- Displayed student artwork for program events and classroom spaces.
- Collaborated with staff to align art activities with youth development goals.
- Established relationships with external organizations such as museums, galleries, and artists' collectives, which allowed students access to more diverse sources of inspiration.
- Evaluated student artwork according to established criteria and provided feedback accordingly.
Art Specialist
The Fresh Air Fund
New York, New York
06.2000 - 08.2000
- Managed student behavior with clear rules and positive redirection.
- Displayed student artwork for program events and classroom spaces.
- Instructed students on proper use of various tools and techniques related to visual arts.
Education
Associate of Arts - Applied Science
Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY06-2030
High School Diploma -
The High School of Art And Design
231-249 East 56 Street, MANHATTEN, NY 1002206-2002
Skills
- Classroom support
- Student supervision
- Behavior management
- Lesson planning
- Art instruction
- Special needs support
- Team collaboration
- Behavior redirection
- Special education support
- Youth engagement
- Educational games
Timeline
Art Specialist
New York Junior Tennis & Learning
01.2018 - 06.2026
Paraprofessional
Fredrick Douglass Academy V Middle School
06.2009 - Current
Art Specialist
The Fresh Air Fund
06.2000 - 08.2000
Associate of Arts - Applied Science
Pratt Institute
High School Diploma -
The High School of Art And Design