Alicia Barresi
Centereach,New York
Summary
Obtain an Assistant Principal position where I can utilize my skills as an educator to help children, families and parents achieve their potential and meet their diverse educational needs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an Assistant Principal position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Internship
Middle Country School District
12.2023 - Current
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
Special Education Teacher
Middle Country Central School District
09.2018 - Current
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Special Education Teacher Summer School
Middle Country Central School District
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Teaching Assistant
Middle Country Central School District
01.2017 - Current
- Collaborate, design and implement all educational activities for the students in a special education setting
- Assist in teaching by performing multitude of tasks in the classroom to foster learning
- Deliver small group instruction and follow IEP goals.
Pre-Kindergarten, Self-Contained Second Grade, Special Education Alternative Assessment Class (ABA), Third Grade, Fourth Grade, Fifth Grade
Middle Country Central School District
01.2017
- Followed and administered daily lesson plans in group and individual settings
- Implemented effective class-wide behavior management program in each class
- Communicated and collaborated to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
- Engaged students through hands-on authentic learning
- Integrated technology and 21st century skills using iPads, online messaging systems, and interactive SMART board
- Adapted class lessons for purpose of providing students with instructional material that addresses individual learning needs
- Builds interpersonal behavior through modeling conversation, manners and literacy skills
- Developed student specific intervention plans to monitor academic progress.
Second Grade, Self Contained
Sachem Central School District
01.2016
- Implemented multiple curricula including math, science and literacy, incorporating Common Core State Standards into lesson planning for all students with disabilities
- Coordinated guided reading instruction with small groups according to specific learning needs.
Education
Certificate Program - SBL/SDL
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY06.2024
M.A. Ed Infant/Toddler Early Childhood General & Special Education -
St. Joseph's College, Patchogue Campus, New York
B.A. Psychology -
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook Campus, New York
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Microsoft Word
- Networking
- Recordkeeping
- Supervision and leadership
Certification
- NYS Initial Certifications in: Early Childhood & Childhood Education, Grades B-2 & Grades 1-6
- Students with Disabilities, Grades B-2 & Grades 1-6
Workshops Training
- Active Shooter Training-SCPD
- Crisis Prevention Institute Trained (CPI)
- Multiple Literacy classes
- Words their Way training
- SMART Board Levels 1, 2 and 3 classes
- SCOPE's 11th Annual Teaching Assistant Conference
- Volunteer work for Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Center for individuals with exceptional needs
Timeline
Administrative Internship
Middle Country School District
12.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Middle Country Central School District
09.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher Summer School
Middle Country Central School District
07.2018 - 07.2023
Teaching Assistant
Middle Country Central School District
01.2017 - Current
Pre-Kindergarten, Self-Contained Second Grade, Special Education Alternative Assessment Class (ABA), Third Grade, Fourth Grade, Fifth Grade
Middle Country Central School District
01.2017
Second Grade, Self Contained
Sachem Central School District
01.2016
Certificate Program - SBL/SDL
SUNY Stony Brook
M.A. Ed Infant/Toddler Early Childhood General & Special Education -
St. Joseph's College, Patchogue Campus, New York
B.A. Psychology -
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook Campus, New York