Amanda Espinal
New York City,NY
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with a strong track record of building and maintaining relationships while effectively managing administrative tasks. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Coordinator/Sprint Associate
Success Academy Charter Schools
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Engaged and educated 80+ families on special education services, ensuring clarity and understanding of benefits
- Analyzed data of over 150 students to identify key trends and needs, streamlining the process for implementing academic interventions and special education services
- Managed a 40+ caseload of special education students, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and IEP meetings
- Facilitated effective communication and collaboration among school leadership, parents, and the Committee on Special Education (CSE) through remote platforms
- Supervised a team of 3+ related service providers, including scheduling and adjusting their appointments to meet organizational and student needs
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department of Education
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Ensured compliance for 30+ students with individualized education programs (IEPs) to effectively meet their needs
- Supported teachers in managing academic and extracurricular activities for classes of 15 students, promoting an inclusive learning environment
- Collected and analyzed student behavior data, documenting observations and creating reports to guide instructional strategies
Tutor/Counselor
New York Edge
10.2014 - 08.2019
- Created positive and encouraging learning environment to foster love for learning among students
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas
- Provided daily homework assistance to groups of 10+ students, facilitating their academic progress and ensuring effective support in their learning endeavors
Leadership Specialist
New York Edge
10.2014 - 08.2019
- Followed a curriculum and developed lesson plans that supported over 60+ students in brainstorming and identifying effective solutions to social and personal challenges, enhancing their problem-solving skills and personal growth
- Encouraged and guided discussions and reflections in groups of 20+, aimed at character development, contributing to the overall personal and ethical growth of participants
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lehman College
New York City, NY12.2021
Skills
- Program Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Punctual and Dependable
- Interpersonal Skills
- Data-driven decision-making
Technology Skills
- Remote Collaboration: Zoom, Slack, Teams, Trello, Google Suite (Chat, Hangouts, Drive)
- Microsoft Suite: (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
Work Availability
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Timeline
Special Education Coordinator/Sprint Associate
Success Academy Charter Schools
03.2022 - 03.2024
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department of Education
05.2019 - 02.2022
Tutor/Counselor
New York Edge
10.2014 - 08.2019
Leadership Specialist
New York Edge
10.2014 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Lehman College
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