Altagracia Rosario Brito
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Experienced educator dedicated to promoting inclusive environments for diverse learners. Combines expertise in differentiated instruction, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed practices to support student development and achievement. Strong collaborator with a focus on family engagement and individualized interventions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant (Paraprofessional)
New York City Department of Education
09.2016 - Current
- Support students with diverse learning needs through individualized academic and behavioral interventions.
- Assist with implementation of IEPs and monitor student progress.
- Provide small-group and one-on-one instructional support in literacy and content areas.
- Collaborate with teachers, service providers, and families to support student achievement.
- Maintain student records and documentation using SESIS.
- Prepare instructional materials and support classroom management and assessment.
Social Work Intern
NYJT&L After School Program at PS 071
The Bronx, New York
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided individual and group social-emotional learning (SEL) support to middle school students.
- Facilitated SEL activities focused on emotional regulation, communication, self-awareness, and conflict resolution.
- Supported students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
- Applied trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices to promote student engagement and well-being.
- Collaborated with program staff to support student development and success.
- Maintained confidentiality and participated in supervision and case discussions.
- 450 Internship Hours
Special Education Paraprofessional
Birch Family Services School
Bronx, NY
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Coordinated with educators and support teams to foster student development.
- Facilitated successful transitions for students and families from preschool to school-age programs.
- Enhanced family engagement and advocated for educational resources.
Education
M.A. - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), PreK-12
Hunter College
New York, NY01-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College
Bronx, NY01-2025
A.A.S. - Early Childhood Education
Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY06-2016
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Literacy Development
- Classroom Management
- SEL Integration
- Family Engagement
- Instructional Strategies
- Collaborative Tools
- Trauma-informed care
- Cultural awareness
- Behavioral plan management
Certification
- NYS Educating All Students (EAS) Certification Exam Completed
- NYS ESOL Content Specialty Test (CST) Completed
- Mandated Reporter Training
- DASA Training
- SAVE Training
- Child Abuse Identification & Reporting
- Student Privacy Training
- Autism Awareness Training
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Social Work Intern
NYJT&L After School Program at PS 071
09.2024 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher Assistant (Paraprofessional)
New York City Department of Education
09.2016 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Birch Family Services School
01.2016 - 06.2016
M.A. - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), PreK-12
Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College
A.A.S. - Early Childhood Education
Hostos Community College