David Canton
New York
Summary
Experienced with educational support, fostering positive student interactions and aiding in lesson delivery. Utilizes effective communication to facilitate learning and support classroom management. Knowledge of instructional methodologies and student engagement strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Chloe Day School
304 W 134th Street, Ny, New York
05.2022 - 12.2026
- Assisted in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities to enhance student engagement.
- Supported lead teacher in managing classroom behavior and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized learning strategies for diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to support academic growth and development.
- Maintained classroom organization, contributing to an efficient and conducive learning atmosphere.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
Classroom Floater/Receptionist
Luminous Early Childcare Programs
Bronx, NY
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinates existing after-school activities and creates additional activities for preschool enrichment program
- Process fees for services and assist parents with concerns or questions.
- Making appointments for all staff or for specific employees, such as executives
- Directing visitors to the correct office
- Responding to all customer inquiries in a polite and timely manner
- Greet clients and visitors with a positive, helpful attitude.
- Helping maintain workplace security by issuing, checking, and collecting badges as necessary and maintaining visitor logs.
- Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks including copying, faxing, taking notes, and making travel plans.
- Preparing meeting and training rooms.
- Answering phones in a professional manner, and routing calls as necessary.
- Assisting colleagues with administrative tasks.
- Sorting and distributing mail.
- Provides support to the junior counselors
- Assisted with Lego Robotic Club for Pre-K and Kindergarten student
Office Associate (Summer Youth)
Senator Robert Jackson Office
New York, NY
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted Receptionist with front desk duties
- Answered phones and took messages
- Distributed mail and correspondence to appropriate departments
- Filled, faxed, and copied clients’ documents
Office Assistant
Chloe Day School & Wellness Center
New York, NY
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Kept track of all incoming supplies and program materials
- Assisted Office manager with the filing, faxing, and answering phone.
- Performed security duties at school and afterschool dismissals.
- Cleaned and fixed all office furniture and equipment for program.
- Ran errands for Site Director and Office manager.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05.2026
High School Diploma -
Xavier High School
New York, NY05.2022
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, office etiquette and phone manners
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Internet
- Learning support
- Behavior modeling
- Faculty collaboration
- Oral communication
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Chloe Day School
05.2022 - 12.2026
Classroom Floater/Receptionist
Luminous Early Childcare Programs
07.2021 - 06.2022
Office Associate (Summer Youth)
Senator Robert Jackson Office
07.2021 - 08.2021
Office Assistant
Chloe Day School & Wellness Center
10.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stony Brook University
High School Diploma -
Xavier High School