Erica Avila
Bronx,NY
Summary
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 15-year background working with students at elementary school level. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
School Professionals
08.2023 - Current
- Provided a safe environment for children ages 2-5
- Collaborated with lead teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Teacher's Assistant
Sheltering Arms Head Start School
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Village Child Development Center
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
- Planned and executed activities to promote fine motor, oral motor and writing .
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
Sitter
Lincoln Hospital
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Monitored high risk patients for falls, well-being, safety and comfort under direction of physician.
- Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Para Professional
AHRC
11.2010 - 07.2016
- Collaborated with teacher to develop effective, individualized learning strategies for children with special needs.
- Met one-on-one with autistic students, utilizing customized behavioral plans.
- Managed class of 13 students when teacher stepped out of room.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
Education
No Degree - Health Education
Mildred Elley
New York, NY01.2023
Completed coursework towards Licensed Practical Nursing - Liberal Arts And General Studies
BRONX COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Bronx, NY02.2017
Healthcare
Mid Manhattan Adult Learning Center
5 2010
Skills
- Basic Life Support Training
- CPR Training
- Bilingual
- Mandated Reporter
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Education Assistance
Certification
- Medical Administrative Assistant (Certification & License) June 2015
- Medical Billing and Coding Specialists (Certification & License) June 2015
- Phlebotomy (Certification & License) June 2015
- EKG Technician (Certification & License) June 2015
- CPR Certification by American Red Cross (December 2015)
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
School Professionals
08.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Sheltering Arms Head Start School
04.2020 - 05.2023
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Village Child Development Center
08.2017 - 03.2020
Sitter
Lincoln Hospital
08.2016 - 09.2017
Para Professional
AHRC
11.2010 - 07.2016
No Degree - Health Education
Mildred Elley
Completed coursework towards Licensed Practical Nursing - Liberal Arts And General Studies
BRONX COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Healthcare
Mid Manhattan Adult Learning Center
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