Dina LaVecchia
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate After-School Tutor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, tailoring educational strategies to individual student needs, and fostering academic improvement. Hardworking professional offers hospitality experience and enthusiasm for helping others. Familiar with organizing seating for individuals or parties to maximize guest satisfaction. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments to handle demanding workload. Enthusiastic Student with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to bring above average user skills in information technology and social media.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Saint Peter Catholic Academy
Brooklyn, New York
12.2024 - Current
- Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
- Engaged families from diverse cultural backgrounds in meaningful dialogue about their children's educational experience.
- Participated actively on school committees focused on curriculum development or assessment initiatives.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
After School Tutor
Saint Peter Catholic Academy
Brooklyn, New York
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted students in understanding and mastering course material by providing one-on-one instruction.
- Monitored students' progress and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Provided guidance to help students develop critical thinking skills and problem solving techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure student success.
Restaurant Hostess
Brooklyn Crab
Brooklyn, New York
05.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Provided menus and answered questions about menu items and specials.
- Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.
- Monitored dining room activity to ensure all guests were receiving optimal service.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests.
Internship Student
Saint Peter Catholic Academy
Brooklyn, New York
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for each class session.
- Organized group activities to promote collaboration among students.
- Utilized technology and multimedia presentations in classes.
- Encouraged students to think critically when solving problems.
- Adapted lessons according to the age level of the participants in the class.
- Created lesson plans corresponding to yearly curriculum, incorporating broad variety of activities, hands-on experiences, basic academic skills and opportunities for creativity.
Education
Criminal Justice
Saint Francis College
Brooklyn, NY05-2025
High School Diploma -
Fontbonne Hall Academy
Brooklyn, NY06-2021
2 Years (School Closed) -
Bishop Kearney High School
Brooklyn, NY06-2019
Skills
- Project-based learning
- Teaching strategies
- Personalized learning plans
- Learning techniques
- Problem-solving skills
- Table management
- Communication
- Hospitality Management
- Class coordination
- Student safety
- Classroom support
- Mentoring students
- Virtus Trained
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Saint Peter Catholic Academy
12.2024 - Current
Internship Student
Saint Peter Catholic Academy
09.2024 - 10.2024
After School Tutor
Saint Peter Catholic Academy
09.2023 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Brooklyn Crab
05.2021 - Current
Criminal Justice
Saint Francis College
High School Diploma -
Fontbonne Hall Academy
2 Years (School Closed) -
Bishop Kearney High School
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