Francelise Charles-Gregory
Queens,NY
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated childcare professional/teacher's assistant and special education teacher's assistant with experience at Harbor Child Care,and Tiegerman Middle School, skilled in fostering independence and confidence in young learners. Proficient in lesson planning and communication, and I excel in creating engaging environments that promote early literacy and numeracy, ensuring each child's developmental needs are met with enthusiasm and care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Harbor Child Care (UPK)
New Hyde Park, New York
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs, encouraging independence and confidence
- Assisted in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans that met early childhood education standards and supported developmental milestones
- Assisted the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children ages 3–5
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning
- Tracked student progress and delivered constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes for students, and contributed to instructional strategies for teachers
- Facilitated early literacy and numeracy development through storytelling, phonics, counting exercises, and educational games
Teacher Assistant (special needs program)
Tiegerman Middle School
Woodside, NY
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted the teacher with grading homework and tests
- Prepared lesson materials and displays for students
- Assisted students individually or in small groups to help them achieve their academic goals
- Presented subject matter to students under the teacher's guidance, facilitating understanding through lectures and discussions
- Assisted students with classwork to ensure that assignments are completed in the absence of a teacher
- Supervised students and accompanied them to classrooms, halls, gymnasiums, and bathrooms, ensuring their safety and well-being
Childcare Professional
The Kaskawits Family
Rego Park, NY
01.2011 - 04.2020
- Cared for children of various ages, assisting with feeding, dressing, and directing daily activities to foster a nurturing environment
- Assisted children in the development of social, communication and problem-solving skills
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain a safe environment
- Communicated with parents to ensure children's needs were fully met, enhancing family engagement and support.
- Applied positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children, promoting a respectful and structured atmosphere.
- Assisted children with practice in mathematics lessons to improve numerical activity.
- Transport children to and from extracurricular activities such as swimming, Hebrew and karate classes
Child Care Provider
Hope Garland
Forest Hills, NY
01.2007 - 08.2010
- Mentored children in social and emotional skills development through behavior and speech activities, fostering confidence and communication
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities and lessons
- Provide continuous supervision to indoor and outdoor activities to maintain a safe learning and play environment
- Assisted children in reading and organizing educational games and enhancing engagement during storytime with interactive reading.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments while accounting for dietary needs and restrictions
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain a clean, safe environment
- Communicated child developments, behaviors, and concerns to parents or guardians, ensuring collaborative support for each child's developmental stages
Education
Bachelors of Science - Special Education-Early Childhood Education
Touro University
New York, NY06-2027
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Bayside, NY01-2008
Skills
- Child behavior management
- Instructional support
- Early childhood education
- Lesson planning support
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Reinforcing rules and regulations
- Oral Communication
- Time Management
- Building Relationships
- Multicultural awareness
- Patient and calm in challenging situations
- Classroom Material Creation
- Educational Software Use
Certification
- Teachers Assistant Certificate (Level 3)
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Harbor Child Care (UPK)
11.2022 - 06.2025
Teacher Assistant (special needs program)
Tiegerman Middle School
03.2022 - 06.2022
Childcare Professional
The Kaskawits Family
01.2011 - 04.2020
Child Care Provider
Hope Garland
01.2007 - 08.2010
Bachelors of Science - Special Education-Early Childhood Education
Touro University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York