Diana Watson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic Educational Assistant Teacher from the Department of Education, with a solid foundation in supporting classroom instruction and fostering student engagement. Also specializing in special education and student motivation. Excelled in providing individualized support and leading small group instruction, significantly enhancing student engagement and progress.
Demonstrated leadership qualities and expertise in behavior management, contributing to a positive learning environment. Actively participated in professional development, applying innovative strategies to support diverse learners. Strong understanding of student needs and ability to adapt to various educational settings.
Strong focus on achieving results, and adapting flexibly to changing needs. Known for reliability, patience, and passion for education.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant Teacher
Department Of Education
04.1999 - Current
- Provided individualized support for students requiring extra help or needing academic accommodations.
- Led small group instruction sessions, enabling more targeted teaching strategies and personalized attention for each student.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on educational trends and best practices, applying new knowledge directly into daily practice.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Assisted in the organization of extracurricular activities such as clubs, field trips, and after-school programs, fostering a sense of community among students outside the classroom setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts, And Early Childhood.
Medgar Evers College
Brooklyn, NY01-2025
Skills
- Student motivation
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Leadership qualities
- Learning disability support
- Special education
- Early childhood education experience
- Elementary education experience
- Child abuse prevention training
- Behavior management
- Small group instruction
- Individualized instruction
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Educational Assistant Teacher
Department Of Education
04.1999 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts, And Early Childhood.
Medgar Evers College
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