Catelyn Benitez
Newburgh,NY
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Beacon City School District
Beacon, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Teaching Assistant
New York City Department Of Education, New York
The Bronx, NY
02.2008 - 06.2023
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Education
Associate Of Applied Arts - Education
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY01.2018
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Special Education
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- State CDE Approved Paraprofessional
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- Teaching Assistant Level III
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Beacon City School District
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
New York City Department Of Education, New York
02.2008 - 06.2023
Associate Of Applied Arts - Education
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York