FELICIA DICAPRIO
Mahopac,NY
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 10 years of experience cultivating supportive and effective learning environments that enhance student engagement and academic success. Proven ability to collaborate with faculty and adapt to evolving classroom needs, ensuring each student's educational journey is tailored to unique requirements. Recognized for strong communication and organizational skills, with a results-driven approach that consistently delivers instructional support fostering growth. Creative, patient, and resourceful in advancing children's educational and developmental needs through differentiated learning strategies and data-driven insights.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Arlington Central School District
Lagrangeville, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Supported classroom instruction by preparing materials and assisting students with assignments.
- Facilitated communication between teachers and students to enhance learning outcomes.
- Implemented individualized support plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Organized and maintained classroom resources to ensure a conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to design engaging lesson plans that promote student participation.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Assisted in lesson planning and curriculum development for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated classroom activities, promoting student engagement and participation.
- Working as a 1:1 with different students
Teaching Assistant- Special Ed Skills Classroom
Mahopac Highschool
Mahopac, NY
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Working 1:1 with an Autistic student
- Helping out with other students when needed
- Helping students to navigate the school/schedules
- Taking students to BOCES
- Assisting classroom teacher
Remote Learning Teacher/Facilitator - COVID Pandemic
The Country Childrens Center
Ossining NY
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Supported classroom teacher and families with student curricular and instructional issues, as well as basic troubleshooting in a virtual classroom environment that is in line with academy policies and procedures.
- Provided individualized assistance with assignments and projects for students K-6.
- Trained students and families how to access Zoom, Google Meets, Google Classrooms and ClassDojo.
Head Teacher -Toddler/ Pre-school/ Pre-k Classroom
COUNTRY CHILDREN'S CENTER
OSSINING, NY
01.2008 - 01.2021
- Conceptualizes and implements Creative Curriculum by designing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices, early learning standards, and kindergarten readiness.
- Plans individual and group age-related activities to actively engages children and encourages social, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Observes and assesses children’s social, emotional, cognitive and academic development.
- Collaborates with co-teachers to establish a healthy classroom environment that is conducive for learning.
- Maintains appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards to ensure the safety and security of children.
- Serves as a resource for families and maintains frequent communication regarding the progress of their child.
- Successfully implements Tadpoles and Teaching Strategies Gold programs.
Substitute Teacher
LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
SHRUB OAK, NY
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Served as “on-call” substitute for all subject areas, teaching students of varied academic/age levels and diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Closely adhered to lesson plans left by classroom teacher; keeping students motivated, engaged and focused.
- Established positive rapport with students, gauged interests and created additional activities as needed.
- Documented daily student activities and behavior, prepared report for classroom teacher.
Education
M.S. - Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities
MERCY COLLEGE
DOBBS FERRY, NY01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD
WEST HARTFORD, CT05.2009
Skills
- Classroom Management & Organization
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication Skills
- Working with Diverse Populations
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Empathy & Patience
- Experience with Google Meets, Google Classrooms, ClassDojo, Zoom
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom support
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior management
- Supervising student activities
- Small group and individual assistance
Affiliations
NAEYC Member
Certification
- New York State Childhood Education 1-6 Early Childhood Education B-2
- Connecticut Integrated Early Childhood Education B-Kindergarten
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Arlington Central School District
11.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant- Special Ed Skills Classroom
Mahopac Highschool
01.2021 - 01.2022
Remote Learning Teacher/Facilitator - COVID Pandemic
The Country Childrens Center
09.2020 - 04.2021
Substitute Teacher
LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2017 - 01.2019
Head Teacher -Toddler/ Pre-school/ Pre-k Classroom
COUNTRY CHILDREN'S CENTER
01.2008 - 01.2021
M.S. - Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities
MERCY COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD