Dedicated education assistant with experience supporting special education, substitute teaching, and early childhood classrooms. Skilled in parent-teacher collaboration, progress monitoring, visual supports, and individualized instruction. Brings a calm, organized approach to behavior support, transitions, and safe learning environments.
Work History
Special Education Teaching Assistant
1 Year 4 Months
Uplift Education | 07.2025 - Current
Supported special education teachers with IEP implementation, accommodations, and individualized student instruction.
Reinforced classroom behavior plans using consistent redirection, positive support, and clear expectations.
Assisted with progress monitoring, data collection, and documentation for student performance and compliance.
Led small-group and one-on-one interventions to strengthen reading, math, and functional skills.
Monitored student transitions, routines, and supervision to maintain safe, structured classroom environments.
Substitute Teacher
9 Months
Kokua Education | 08.2024 - 05.2025
Supported lesson-plan adjustments to maintain classroom continuity across multiple grade levels.
Helped manage classroom behavior through consistent expectations and positive redirection.
Followed teacher directions accurately to support daily instructional goals.
Tracked student progress and adjusted support for different learning needs.
Reinforced school policies and safety procedures during classroom activities.
Organized instructional materials and completed attendance records and handoff notes.
Infant/Toddler Teacher
10 Months
Lionheart Children's Academy | 10.2023 - 08.2024
Planned toddler activities aligned with developmental milestones and classroom curriculum.
Documented child progress and shared observations with families and center staff.
Maintained clean, organized classroom materials and age-appropriate learning environments.
Substitute Teacher
1 Year 2 Months
Irving ISD | 08.2022 - 10.2023
Adjusted lesson plans to support classroom continuity across multiple grade levels.
Guided classroom behavior with clear expectations and positive redirection.
Followed teacher instructions accurately to support daily instructional goals.
Tracked student progress and provided support for varied learning needs.
Special Education Teacher's Assistant
2 Years 9 Months
Boston Public Schools | 09.2018 - 06.2021
Adapted learning materials and activities to match individual student accommodations and accessibility needs.
Reinforced positive behavior interventions and de-escalation strategies to maintain safe, focused learning environments.
Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and support staff to coordinate student services and classroom expectations.
Supported special education teachers with IEP implementation, instructional reinforcement, and daily classroom routines.
Patient Financial Coordinator
11 Years 5 Months
Brigham's & Women's Hospital | 02.2007 - 07.2018
Secured prior authorizations and referrals supporting timely access to services.
Counseled patients on coverage, estimates, payment options, and financial assistance programs.
Coordinated insurance verification and eligibility review for patient financial clearance.
Resolved billing discrepancies by collaborating with registration, coding, and revenue cycle teams.
Assessed patients'' eligibility for financial assistance programs by conducting thorough reviews of their income and expenses, making appropriate recommendations based on individual circumstances.
Assisted patients in understanding their benefits and coverage, clarifying complex insurance terms, and providing guidance on out-of-pocket expenses.
Special Education Teaching Assistant at Oyster Bay East Norwich Central SchoolSpecial Education Teaching Assistant at Oyster Bay East Norwich Central School