Cheryl Tebano
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Certified Level 3 Special Education Teacher Assistant with comprehensive experience in IEP development and behavioral support. Expertise in multi-sensory instruction and assistive technology, fostering inclusive classroom environments that promote positive learning experiences and student growth.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Watervliet Elementary School
Watervliet, New York
08.2025 - Current
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student understanding of topics.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt lessons for diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Collaborated with educators to create supportive classroom environments.
- Organized classroom supplies and maintained a clean learning environment.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Attended team meetings and contributed to special education reviews.
Teaching Assistant
Wildwood School
Schenectady, NY
10.2019 - 08.2026
- Partner with teacher to plan and implement lessons following each student's IEP goals and objectives.
- Support students' individual goals and gather data on them.
- Support students' individual goals and gather data on them.
- Collaborated with colleagues in fast-paced environments to ensure smooth operations.
- Handle class records for attendance, progress notes and goal achievements.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces to align with individual student goals and activity stations.
- Organize materials in classroom spaces based on individual students' goals, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Developed instructional materials to enhance classroom activities and IEP goal tracking.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
Teacher Substitute
Wildwood School
Schenectady, NY
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Managed classroom discipline and routines to foster a conducive learning environment.
- Followed IEP Goals and ensured that students were attempting to meet and exceed their goals.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Tracked student progress and communicated updates to parents to support academic growth.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators to address and resolve student behavioral and academic challenges.
Administrative Coordinator
Albany Medical Center
Albany, NY
06.2014 - 10.2019
- Coordinated administrative tasks for the Director of Clinical Informatics and supported Clinical Informatics Specialists.
- Managed busy phone and calendar system to ensure efficient communication and scheduling.
- Handling busy phone and calendar system.
- Assisted with various tasks by applying knowledge of benefits and related materials to support team and clients.
- Primarily utilizing, the Soarian System, also Kronos and the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Responsible for uploading Downtime Forms and Patient Care Standards, managing the Intranet from the Clinical side.
- Uploaded Downtime Forms and Patient Care Standards, and managed the Intranet from the clinical side.
- Knowledge of CPT codes and many medical terms.
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Latham Medical Group
Latham, NY
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Served as assistant to the management team, handled a busy phone system, functioned as primary liaison to patients and ensured a consistently positive patient/ doctor experience.
- Coordinated patient appointments with outside specialists, ensuring timely access to care.
- Charted patient information accurately.
- Utilized knowledge of CPT codes and medical terminology to assist in patient documentation and billing processes.
- Managed electronic medical records and performed indexing to ensure accurate patient data retrieval.
Office Manager
Empire Imaging Technologies Ltd.
Schenectady, NY
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Developed workflow improvements to accommodate increasing responsibilities due to staff reductions.
- Developed efficiency-enhancing workflow/process improvements that made it possible to accommodate increasing responsibilities necessitated by staff reductions.
- Brought mass-mailing function in-house, saving thousands in fees and improving response rates of direct marketing campaigns.
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Capital Care Medical Group
Guilderland, NY
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Assisted management team, managed busy phone system, acted as primary liaison to patients, ensuring positive patient/doctor experience.
- Coordinated patient appointments for outside doctor visits.
- Charted patient information accurately.
- Utilized knowledge of CPT codes and medical terminology in patient interactions.
Customer Service Representative
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Albany, NY
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Serviced the downstate NY Senior Plan and rolled out the program. Managed multiple phone lines and acted as liaison to members while processing claims.
- Demonstrated knowledge of CPT codes, ICD 9, and various medical terms.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding insurance policies and benefits.
- Assisted customers with claim submissions and status updates.
- Provided support in navigating online member portals and resources.
Assistant Teacher
Kidskellar at Albany Med
Albany, NY
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Educated and cared for children in a daycare setting
- Assisted lead teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson preparations.
- Supported children in developing social skills through interactive play and group activities.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for educational projects and activities.
Site Supervisor
Capital District YMCA Childcare
Schenectady, NY
01.1993 - 01.1996
- Provided childcare services before and after school hours
- Managed daily activities for summer camp participants
- Supervised daily operations in childcare programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to maintain adequate coverage for all activities.
- Trained new employees on policies, procedures, and best practices in childcare.
Camp Counselor
Rotterdam Parks and Recreation
Rotterdam, NY
06.1992 - 08.1992
Education
Licensed Cosmetologist -
Europa Cosmetology School
Schenectady01-1996
Bachelor of Arts -
Russell Sage College
Troy01-1994
Associate in Applied Science -
Sage Junior College
Albany01-1992
Academic Diploma -
Mohonasen High School
Schenectady01-1989
Skills
- IEP development
- Behavior management techniques
- Differentiated instruction
- Data analysis
- Assistive technology utilization
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Special education collaboration
- Supportive student interactions
- Progress monitoring
- Parent communication
- Understanding student needs
- Curriculum adaptation
- Team collaboration
- Creativity and resourcefulness
- Attention to detail
- Engaging lesson planning
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Watervliet Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Teacher Substitute
Wildwood School
10.2023 - 08.2024
Teaching Assistant
Wildwood School
10.2019 - 08.2026
Administrative Coordinator
Albany Medical Center
06.2014 - 10.2019
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Latham Medical Group
08.2013 - 06.2014
Office Manager
Empire Imaging Technologies Ltd.
01.2005 - 01.2013
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Capital Care Medical Group
01.2001 - 01.2005
Customer Service Representative
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
01.1997 - 01.2000
Assistant Teacher
Kidskellar at Albany Med
01.1996 - 01.1997
Site Supervisor
Capital District YMCA Childcare
01.1993 - 01.1996
Camp Counselor
Rotterdam Parks and Recreation
06.1992 - 08.1992
Licensed Cosmetologist -
Europa Cosmetology School
Bachelor of Arts -
Russell Sage College
Associate in Applied Science -
Sage Junior College
Academic Diploma -
Mohonasen High School