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Debbie Alexander

North Babylon

Summary

Resourceful educator experienced in supporting students with diverse learning needs. Skilled in time management and professional communication, effectively collaborating with educators to implement individualized education plans that drive academic success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Literacy Tutor – Reading Ready / Reading Go!

CUNY Reading Corps
New York, NY
06.2022 - Current

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group structured literacy instruction using phonics‑based routines.
• Support decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension using evidence‑based strategies.
• Adapt lessons for multilingual learners and students with language‑based needs.

Teaching Assistant /Special Education Paraprofessional

P721Q @ Information Technology High School, Queens, NY
Long Island City, NY
10.2021 - Current
  • Supported classroom instruction by preparing materials and resources for diverse learning activities.
  • Coordinated with teachers to develop individualized education plans and tailored instructional strategies.
  • Support students with disabilities through individualized academic and behavioral assistance.
  • Reinforce IEP goals and collaborate with teachers and related service providers.
  • Maintain a calm, structured environment that promotes independence and engagement.

Store Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
Rosedale, NY
04.2020 - 10.2021

• Delivered high‑quality customer service and maintained organized sales floor operations.
• Assisted customers with purchases, product questions, and credit card enrollment.

Pre‑School Teacher

Department Of Education
69 Nursery School, Corentyne, Guyana
09.2017 - 07.2019
  • Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate lessons for children ages 3–5.
  • Supported social, emotional, and academic development through structured play and early literacy activities.
  • Ensured a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment
  • Collaborated with parents to support children's progress and address concerns effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology

Lehman College
Bronx, NY
06.2026

Skills

    Student Support
    Time Management
    Team Collaboration
    Structured literacy instruction
    Multisensory teaching strategies
    Professional communication

Timeline

Literacy Tutor – Reading Ready / Reading Go!

CUNY Reading Corps
06.2022 - Current

Teaching Assistant /Special Education Paraprofessional

P721Q @ Information Technology High School, Queens, NY
10.2021 - Current

Store Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
04.2020 - 10.2021

Pre‑School Teacher

Department Of Education
09.2017 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology

Lehman College