Stephanie Kochanski
Albrightsville,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with significant classroom experience and dedication to student success. Helps teachers manage high workloads and demanding targets by handling diverse support tasks. Great with students and excels at multitasking.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
Easton, PA
09.2017 - Current
- Assisted teachers in delivering individualized instruction to diverse student populations.
- Supported classroom management and reinforced positive behavior strategies among students.
- Collaborated with educators to develop and implement tailored learning materials and resources.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to enhance academic performance and engagement.
- Implemented assistive technology tools to support students with special needs effectively.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Instructional Assistant
New Interdisciplinary School
Yaphank, NY
09.2005 - 06.2017
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
In Home Respite Care Worker
Independent Group Living
Mastic, NY
01.2008 - 03.2013
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities in daily living activities.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by providing compassionate care and companionship to their loved ones.
- Supported families in maintaining a stable home environment by offering temporary relief from caregiving duties.
- Managed challenging behaviors or emotional distress in clients by utilizing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm demeanor.
Instructional Assistant
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
Easton, PA
09.2000 - 06.2005
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Coordinated with other instructional assistants to ensure consistent implementation of classroom procedures and expectations across all subjects.
- Managed classroom materials inventory, ensuring necessary supplies were available for daily lessons and activities.
- Assisted in adaptation of curriculum to meet diverse student needs, promoting inclusivity.
- Enhanced student engagement by developing interactive learning activities tailored to individual learning styles.
Home Health Aide
Bayada
Pocono Mountain, PA
10.2004 - 03.2005
- Provided personal care and support to clients, enhancing comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring compliance with healthcare plans and protocols.
- Monitored client health status, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Implemented individualized care plans, adapting services to meet specific client needs effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and emotional support during caregiving routines.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA01-2003
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Effective communication
- Small group instruction
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Teacher collaboration
- Helping students with special needs
- Special education support
- Preparing instructional materials
- Classroom management
- Supervising student activities
- Creating visual displays
- Student safety
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
09.2017 - Current
In Home Respite Care Worker
Independent Group Living
01.2008 - 03.2013
Instructional Assistant
New Interdisciplinary School
09.2005 - 06.2017
Home Health Aide
Bayada
10.2004 - 03.2005
Instructional Assistant
Colonial Intermediate Unit 20
09.2000 - 06.2005
No Degree - Special Education
East Stroudsburg University