Desiree Robinson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children. Comfortable caring for individuals of varying ages. Excellent communicator with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
After-School Care Provider
YMCA Of New York
Brooklyn, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Organized recreational activities, such as games and crafts, to engage the children.
- Prepared snacks for the children; ensuring that their dietary needs were met.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
School Safety Agent
New York City Police Department
New York, NY
11.2021 - 09.2024
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of school grounds and buildings.
- Mentored students to help foster positive and safe learning environment.
- Supported community outreach initiatives by implementing school crisis and safety plan.
- Participated in community outreach programs related to crime prevention initiatives.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Rising Ground
New York, NY
05.2016 - 11.2021
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NYSkills
- Special needs care
- Positive reinforcement
- Age-appropriate activities
- Child supervision
- Crime prevention
- Scanning equipment experience
- Incident reporting
- De-escalation techniques
- Public safety
- Functional life skills
- Behavioral interventions
- Mobility assistance
Timeline
After-School Care Provider
YMCA Of New York
10.2024 - Current
School Safety Agent
New York City Police Department
11.2021 - 09.2024
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Rising Ground
05.2016 - 11.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Borough of Manhattan Community College
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice