Amanda Schwartz Bruno
Larchmont,NY
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2024 - Current
- Foster independence, providing specialized support and ensuring a safe environment under the supervision of a lead teacher.
- Implementing IEP goals and behavioral intervention plans with one-on-one or small group instruction, that has been tailored for students that have diverse needs.
- Instruct positive behavior support strategies using specialized techniques to encourage positive social interactions while decreasing challenging behaviors.
- Record accurate data on student performance and behavioral incidents and monitoring progress of the IEP goals.
- Work closely with special education team, therapists (OT/PT/Speech) and parents to ensure consistent support across settings
Teaching Assistant in General Education Classroom
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2014 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with teachers and service providers on planning and implementing lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
- Supported struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
Teaching Assistant in a S.C. K-2 Special Ed. Class
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2011 - 06.2014
- Supported teacher in creating a customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Reinforced struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Planned and arranged classroom into distinctive learning areas to promote effective learning environment.
- Carried out therapeutic regimens for behavior modifications and personal development.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Communicated regularly with students and parents through telephone, email and student-parent meetings.
Teaching Assistant in Mathematics
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2006 - 06.2009
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student engagement.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and provide targeted support strategies.
- Coordinated educational resources, ensuring accessibility for all students within the classroom setting.
- Incorporated appropriate use of technology with the Texas Instruments TI-NSPIRE calculator.
- Utilized manipulatives to foster higher-order thinking and conceptual comprehension.
Education
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Ed.
Long Island University, Graduate Campus
Purchase, NY01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Mathematics
Long Island University, C.W. Post
Greenvale, NY05.2006
Skills
- Calm and patient demeanor
- CPR and First Aid and AED Certified
- Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook, Smartboard, Green Screens, Zoom and Boardmaker
- Advanced knowledge of Google Suite
- Coaching Modified, JV, and Varsity Field Hockey
- Coaching Boys Varsity Ice Hockey
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant in General Education Classroom
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2014 - 06.2024
Teaching Assistant in a S.C. K-2 Special Ed. Class
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2011 - 06.2014
Teaching Assistant in Mathematics
Mamaroneck Union Free School District
09.2006 - 06.2009
Master of Science - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Ed.
Long Island University, Graduate Campus
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Mathematics
Long Island University, C.W. Post