Amanda Cook
Rensselaer,NY
Summary
My career goal is to work for a company that fosters an environment of competitiveness with potential for growth while being mentally and emotionally rewarding for myself. Through many life and work experiences, I have developed a strong sense of hard work, dedication, attention to detail, and desire to be impactful in my job role.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Maplewood School
Watervliet, NY
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel regarding student progress and behavior issues.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized education plans for special needs students.
- Attended professional development sessions related to best practices for supporting students with disabilities.
- Supported transitions from one activity or area to another throughout the day.
- Instructed small groups of students in specialized areas such as reading comprehension or math skills.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure that modifications were made to meet the needs of each student.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, behavior incidents, and other relevant information as requested by the teacher or administrator.
Self Direct Staff
Wildwood Inc.
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Currently working as an everyday life coach for clients on all levels of the spectrum.
- Responsibilities include: developing fine motor skills through various exercises, fostering healthy lifestyles, planning events for social development purposes, and budgeting finances of client to live within their means.
- Daily lesson plans and curriculum development for Reading, writing, art and physical activities
Self Direct Staff/Resident Manager
Trinity Assistant
Rochester, NY
09.2015 - 08.2021
- I worked as an everyday life coach for 5 clients with varying mental disabilities
- Responsibilities included: developing fine motor skills through various exercises, fostering healthy lifestyles, planning events for social development purposes, and budgeting finances of clients to live within their means.
- Completed regular and thorough cleaning of equipment, floors and furniture.
- Managed safe and efficient serving of foods. Assisted with weekly menu and followed allergy guidelines.
- Kept building up-to-date with current fire and health code standards.
- Planned, scheduled and coordinated general maintenance or repairs for the residential property.
- Assisted with holiday decorations and preparing house for future weather conditions.
Activities Coordinator
Greenbush Child Caring
East Greenbush, NY
06.2008 - 06.2015
- Art projects, outdoor activities, homework, gym games, dramatic play, cooking, and board games are some of the activities
- Researched ideas for programs and activities, utilizing participants' suggestions and feedback to align with delivery objectives.
- Created unique themes and fun and educational activities for children between 5 and 10 years old.
- Kept accurate and organized program and individual child records.
- Paid attention to emotional and behavioral health of 15 children in classroom and during special activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rensselaer High School
06.2008
BS in Education -
Brockport
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Profound prioritization skills
- Fantastic interpersonal capabilities
- Extremely punctual
- Empathetic
- Cleaning and Organization
- Instructional and behavior strategies
- Crisis intervention
- Behavior modification techniques
- Calm demeanor
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Certified Needs of Students with Autism, Monroe Community College - 2017
- Teaching Assistants Level I Teaching Assistant, waiting for review from NYS
- Foundations in Health and Safety e-Learning Certification,Nys Office of Children and Family Services-2024
- Identifying and Responding to Anaphylaxis Certification,Nys Office of Children and Family Services-2024
- Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries, including Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) Certification,Nys Office of Children and Family Services-2024
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Maplewood School
02.2024 - Current
Self Direct Staff
Wildwood Inc.
01.2022 - 01.2024
Self Direct Staff/Resident Manager
Trinity Assistant
09.2015 - 08.2021
Activities Coordinator
Greenbush Child Caring
06.2008 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Rensselaer High School
BS in Education -
Brockport