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Giuseppina Nasta

Oceanside

Summary

Enthusiastic Educator offering almost 20 years history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am goal-oriented and driven to help students focus on learning by maintaining discipline and equipping teachers with successful classroom strategies. I am also resourceful and a passionate educator with talent for developing and implementing successful strategies.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Virtual Teacher/Summer School

Nassau B.O.C.E.S.
01.2017 - Current
  • Taught a variety of on-line/remote/virtual courses for students that were not able to attend traditional school so they can earn credits where needed
  • Some courses were: Fitness Fundamentals 1 & 2, Fashion and Interior Design, Power Point, Fashion Design, Forensic Science, Physical Education, Entrepreneurship, Health Science: Nursing, Personal and Family Finance, Health, Personal Psychology
  • Assisted with online "Credit Recovery" so that students can earn a PE credit
  • Developed lessons for summer school at Roosevelt High School in Physical Education and Health so students can earn a credit to graduate and tracked their progress using "Power School"
  • Implemented PE/Health curriculum for students taking online learning courses.

Homebound Tutoring

Great Neck School District
01.2017 - Current
  • Worked with students and families who cannot attend traditional school either long-term or short-term in their homes, library, or public place for them to earn a PE/Health credit and tracked their progress using "Infinite Campus".
  • Created health curriculum for student to receive a health credit to graduate on time.

Supervision/Adjunct Lecturer

York College
01.2017 - Current
  • Clinical Supervisor for future Physical Education teachers where I work with them to go over lesson plans, observe lessons, and provide feedback so that they can become successful future PE teachers.
  • Teaching an undergraduate methods class (EDUC 341)-Elementary and Secondary Research Methods Course.
  • Recognition on a book that has been published from one of my colleagues with regards to teaching.

Dean of Discipline/High School Physical Education Teacher

N.Y.C.D.O.E.
08.2006 - Current
  • Dean of students, addressed student discipline by communicating with the students, teachers, other staff, and parents so that the students will not repeat the same type of behavior
  • Restorative Justice/Practices liaison in my building so that teachers, students, and stake holders learn how to deal with certain situations (social/emotional health)
  • Curriculum writing for "Crew" courses
  • Responsible for tier 1 community building
  • Facilitator for tier 2 interventions to assist with minor conflicts using mediations and restorative practices
  • Assistant test coordinator for Regent's week and SAT/PSAT
  • Developed and taught many fitness units in Physical Education class along with the traditional sports so that all students would be exposed to different things besides just sports
  • An active member of the Consultation Committee to provide feedback to administrators with any union issues
  • Sustainability Coordinator- was responsible for initiating efforts to "Go Green" throughout the building
  • Initiated events for the American Heart Association such as basketball tournaments and "Jump Rope for Heart" so that students are more aware of heart disease and how to prevent it
  • Whichever period earned the most donations received extra credit
  • Grade team leader for grade 12, kept track of students to make sure they will be ready to graduate (inquiry work)
  • Created Weight Room Club so that students can learn more about physical fitness and health to maintain a healthy lifestyle
  • Trained students for the "Fitnessgram" (Pacer (running), curl-ups, push-ups, sit and reach, trunk lift, height and weight) so that they can achieve a higher fitness score from the previous year when they get evaluated
  • Coached Varsity Girls Softball team and Varsity Girls Handball team by practicing and having the team work on drills to improve on their skills
  • Supervised "A.M."/ "P.M."-detention, suspension, sports, clubs, games, etc.
  • Basketball" by preparing the gymnasium for 20-35 students for daily basketball tournaments so that they can earn a Physical Education credit and be on time for school
  • Consulted students for a health or physical education online course via taking part of the Accreditation Committee (APEX grader) so that students who were behind in credits can earn their credits by participating in an online course
  • Gave input in the hiring process for potential teachers via being part of "The Hiring Committee" (Summer 2016)
  • Assistant Principal Internship- monitored high leverage students to make sure they are attending summer school on time, completing their work, and are studying for any regents they are missing
  • Mentored first-year physical education teachers by training him/her in the gymnasium and guiding him/her if he/she needed assistance with any thing
  • Lead team leader to help students move towards getting credits, passing, classes, and graduating on time or early
  • Implemented CPR with The American Heart Association into my curriculum and became the first school in Queens to become CPR Smart
  • Oversaw "Zero Period" to help students that were behind in credit earn a PE credit by organizing games in the gymnasium
  • Taught "Y.A.B.C." so students that did not do well or had other obligations during the traditional day school had an opportunity in the evening to attend school to earn their high school diploma
  • Organized "Credit Recovery" and "Winter Credit Recovery" activities such as indoor track, basketball, volleyball, handball, or soccer so that students can recover credits they lacked
  • Assisted with the S.H.S.A.T exam and the SAT's during the school day, on Saturdays, or Sundays
  • Facilitated Professional Developments so that teachers can learn current ideas to use in their classrooms
  • Created different activities such as fitness, basketball, track, football, soccer, weight room for students during "Saturday School" and "Extended Day" so that students can either earn a credit that they needed or earn an extra credit for PE
  • Supervised after school suspension/detention for students that were misbehaved
  • Collaborated with colleagues on lesson plans so that we were on the same page and whichever class the students come from we are doing the same thing
  • Addressed building concerns and safety issues by being a part of "The Safety Committee" so that everyone's safety was insured
  • Assisted as part of "The Building Response Team (BRT)" by clearing the hallways during an emergency such as a soft lock down or hard lock downs
  • Taught Art and Health so that those students who needed an Art and Health credit could receive one and graduate on time
  • Choose to become Zumba Certified so I can teach dance and perform at the annual "Holiday Show"
  • Chaperoned school trips to baseball games, rock climbing, college events, etc.
  • Partnered with Cornell University to have someone come in and cook nutritious foods for my health class so they could cook nutritious foods at home without using a stove
  • Partnered with a drug counselor to have him come in and speak to the students about drugs so they can deal with uncomfortable situations in a healthier way
  • Supervisor for after school sports, clubs, and other events/activities that took place after school.

Supervisor/Assistant Head Counselor/Group Leader/Counselor

Oceanside School District (D.O.C.A.)
01.1999 - 01.2018
  • Led elementary and middle school age students in differentiated physical education activities in an after-school program
  • Supervised playground staff in recreational camp setting
  • Organized and coordinated camp activities and field trips for the camps
  • Supervise children on Friday nights via "Project Growth" program by organized activities such as scatter ball, basketball, soccer, kickball, whiffle ball, capture the flag, etc
  • Supervise and assist children during winter break via "Basketball Clinic" by teaching them or improving their skills in dribbling, shooting, passing, and organized games by doing drills or lead up games
  • Taught Saturday youth classes for elementary students who did not want to participate in sports activities by having them do projects in arts and crafts
  • Involved in the interviewing process for potential counselors & C.I.T.'s
  • Assisted in holiday activities for the community such as Halloween party, holiday show, Easter Egg Hunt, etc.

Education

Masters of Leadership Education And Administration - MSED

Baruch College CUNY
New York, New York
01.2017

Masters of Science in Physical Education -

Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York
01.2006

Bachelors of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies -

Hofstra University
Hempstead, New York
01.2002

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Data for high leverage students
  • Maintaining discipline and dealing with special cases as necessary
  • Ensuring accurate school records are kept and safeguarded
  • Implementing procedures and practices to maintain the safety of the school
  • Establishing, implementing, and evaluating procedures used to carry out daily operation of the school
  • Curriculum Writing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior Management
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Growth Mindset
  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor

Accomplishments

  • Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom.
  • Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
  • Documented and resolved a variety of student behaviors which led to a behavioral plan and improved behavior.
  • First school in Queens, NY to become certified CPR Smart.
  • Partnered with American Heart Association to raise money for heart disease.
  • Volunteer for Make-A-Wish Foundation, Big Brother Big Sister, and Lector for my Church.

Certification

  • New York State Professional Certification in K-12 Physical Education
  • School Building Leadership Certification (SBL) - 06/2016
  • Certified in CPR, AED, Concussion, and Narcan
  • Certified Zumba Instructor

Civicengagement

  • EMS at Oceanside Fire Department
  • Religion Instruction
  • Make-A-Wish Foundation
  • Big Brother Big Sister

Languages

Italian
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Virtual Teacher/Summer School

Nassau B.O.C.E.S.
01.2017 - Current

Homebound Tutoring

Great Neck School District
01.2017 - Current

Supervision/Adjunct Lecturer

York College
01.2017 - Current

Dean of Discipline/High School Physical Education Teacher

N.Y.C.D.O.E.
08.2006 - Current

Supervisor/Assistant Head Counselor/Group Leader/Counselor

Oceanside School District (D.O.C.A.)
01.1999 - 01.2018

Masters of Leadership Education And Administration - MSED

Baruch College CUNY

Masters of Science in Physical Education -

Hofstra University

Bachelors of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies -

Hofstra University

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time off4-day work weekFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork from home option

Quote

The cave you fear to enter contains the treasure you seek.
Joseph Campbell

Interests

Pickleball

Beach Volleyball

Reading

Foodie

Trying new things

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