ESTER MERCADO
Queens Village
Summary
Capable of working independently or as part of a teaching team. Keeps a close eye on students' progress while incorporating modern educational techniques into daily routines. Working in a fast-paced academic environment and cultivating long-term relationships with students. Dedicated to helping students achieve their goals. An individual who is hardworking and energetic and has great supervisory skills. Maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Leader
Opus Dance Theatre & Community Services, Inc
11.2025 - Current
- Monitored student progress through assessments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Poll site worker
Latoya Legrand for the people
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Distributed campaign literature to community members.
- Engaged voters in conversation to share candidate’s platform and encourage turnout.
- Represented the campaign in a professional and positive manner.
- Maintained energy and professionalism while standing and working outdoors for 8+ hours.
- Engaged respectfully with the public to encourage voter participation.
Afterschool Instructor
Riverton Street Charter School
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Met with students, parents, and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Kept accurate and complete records for 25 students.
- Worked with students of all ages and abilities to help them develop lifelong learning skills and study habits.
- Used classroom games and outdoor recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Assisted the students with their homework.
- Created and developed lesson plans based on the academic needs of the students, which included both group and individual work.
Catering Server
AP Catering
09.2017 - 09.2017
- Served food and beverages to up to [Number] guests.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff.
- Managed setup and cleanup of banquet materials.
- Worked closely with the event manager.
- Maintained food presentation quality.
- Handled food and beverages safely.
Education
High School -
High School For Community Leadership
Jamaica, NY06-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Medgar Evers College
NY05-2028
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Process improvement
- Student-centered learning
- Supervision
- Group and individual instruction
- Reliability & Strong Work Ethic
- Positive Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration & Coordination
- Communication & Active Listening
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Continuous improvement
- Special education
- Computer skills
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
- While working at Riverton, I was able to get out of my comfort zone and put myself out there, especially because I do get a bit shy when I'm around people that I'm not familiar with, but working here helped me grow and learn a lot.
- I was recognized a lot before and after working at Riverton, I would always get good feedback and my Employer would frequently praise my hard work and improvement.
- Increased student participation in enrichment activities by creating engaging games and projects.
- Distributed 200+ pamphlets per shift to raise candidate awareness in the community.
- Provided fast, friendly service while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Certification
NYS OCFS trainings
- Early Childhood Education and Training Program (June 7, 2026)
- Confronting Sexual Harassment (Nov 13. 2025)
- ACEs and Trauma-Informed Practice (Nov 5, 2025)
- Supervision on Children (Nov 13. 2025)
- Emergency Preparedness ( Apr 9, 2026)
- Mandated Reporter (Nov 4, 2025)
- Transportation (Jun 7, 2026)
- Family Engagement (Jun 7, 2026)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Group Leader
Opus Dance Theatre & Community Services, Inc
11.2025 - Current
Poll site worker
Latoya Legrand for the people
06.2025 - 06.2025
Afterschool Instructor
Riverton Street Charter School
09.2021 - 06.2023
Catering Server
AP Catering
09.2017 - 09.2017
High School -
High School For Community Leadership
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Medgar Evers College