Garrett Nalewajek

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Special education and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

year of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Esther School

10.2024 - 11.2024

Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

ESE Paraprofessional

Pasco County Schools

08.2024 - 09.2024

Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
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.
Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.

Summer Camp Counselor

Pasco County BOC

06.2023 - 08.2024

Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminalistics

Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, FL

05-2024

Skills

Activity management
Smartboard technology
Physical education instruction
Proctoring
Relationship building and management

Group and individual instruction
Safety awareness
Individualized care
Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Substitute Teacher - Esther School

10.2024 - 11.2024

ESE Paraprofessional - Pasco County Schools

08.2024 - 09.2024

Summer Camp Counselor - Pasco County BOC