Michelle Catalano
Scarsdale
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Prior 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
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Edgemont Union Free School District
09.2021 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
Teacher's Assistant
Edgemont Union Free School District
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Payroll Coordinator
Gaetano's Market
01.2010 - 09.2018
- Received and reviewed time records for 30 employees.
- Generated checks and stubs for direct deposits.
- Compiled financial reports pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures and profit and loss.
- Performed administrative tasks such as recordkeeping, writing correspondence and gathering materials.
- Performed complex general accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Christopher Columbus High School
Bronx, NY1994
Skills
- Experience with special needs students
- Classroom Organization
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Safety awareness
- IEP Compliance
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Behavior management
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Edgemont Union Free School District
09.2021 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Edgemont Union Free School District
10.2018 - 06.2020
Payroll Coordinator
Gaetano's Market
01.2010 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Christopher Columbus High School
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