Helen Damianeas
Summary
I am a dedicated elementary school teacher with a passion for helping students learn and master material through innovative methods. I demonstrate a strong commitment to children's development and their educational needs as lifelong learners. I am a helpful and goal-oriented individual with exceptional time management and differentiation abilities. My goal is to continue to provide exceptional support to meet academic needs, successfully assisting students in developing strong literacy, numeracy, social, and learning skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TEACHER
P.S. 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS ELEMENTARY
2019.01 - Current
- Construct standards based curriculum by unpacking standards in all content areas
- Assist and collaborate in unpacking New York State Next Generation Learning Standards
- Shape, write, implement and evaluate the content that is taught for the reading and writing curriculum
- Create pacing for the year for Math as team leader
- Instruct students in all content areas per New York State Next Generation Learning Standards
- Implement successful strategies to ensure classroom management
- Conduct lessons developed with HMH, Wonders Reading, Teachers College, Go Math and Envisions programs
- Enhance student engagement by maintaining a collaborative classroom environment
- Model all lessons using multidisciplinary strategies and manipulatives to enhance comprehension for SWD's and ELL's
TUTOR
The Reading Owl, Professional Tutoring Services
2013.01 - Current
- Administer tests to diagnose and determine student grade level placement, designing specialized instruction, setting learning goals, and monitoring progress
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks
- Conduct individualized and small group tutoring incorporating student interests to maximize engagement
- Mentor students in all subject areas, demonstrating ability to effectively assist in accelerating the learning process
- Create personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners
TEACHER ASSISTANT
FORK LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2017.09 - 2018.04
- Assisted in the supervision of students with special needs (ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, speech and language impairment) in a special class setting as determined by an IEP
- Implemented positive intervention strategies and support for each student based on individual Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) results and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
- Utilized behavior modification techniques to increase or decrease a specific behavior
- Applied individualized instructional techniques to facilitate the learning process and enhance understanding of subject matter.
LEAVE REPLACEMENT TEACHER
I.S.227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG MIDDLE SCHOOL
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Developed individualized instruction for differentiated learning utilizing the RTI model
- Implemented curriculum and assessments aligned with Common Core Learning Standards addressing the needs of ELL’s and SWD’s
- Utilized formative and summative assessments to provide feedback and guide instructional planning
- Established a rapport with teachers, administrators, and parents
- Incorporated a multimedia and multidisciplinary approach to learning
- Collaborated with parents and developed effective strategies to promote learning.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
Brookville, NY01.2012
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
City University of New York, Baruch College
New York, NY01.2003
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY01.2000
Skills
- Google Certified Educator Level 1
- Interactive White Board
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Fluent in Greek
Certification
- NEW YORK STATE PROFESSIONAL Early Childhood, Birth – Grade 2
- NEW YORK STATE PROFESSIONAL Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
- NEW YORK STATE PROFESSIONAL Literacy, Birth – Grade 6
Affiliations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children
- Nassau Reading Council
- New York State Reading Association
- International Reading Association
- National Education Association
Timeline
TEACHER
P.S. 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS ELEMENTARY
2019.01 - Current
TEACHER ASSISTANT
FORK LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2017.09 - 2018.04
LEAVE REPLACEMENT TEACHER
I.S.227 LOUIS ARMSTRONG MIDDLE SCHOOL
2015.01 - 2017.01
TUTOR
The Reading Owl, Professional Tutoring Services
2013.01 - Current
Master of Science - Education
Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
City University of New York, Baruch College
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Nassau Community College
- NEW YORK STATE PROFESSIONAL Early Childhood, Birth – Grade 2
- NEW YORK STATE PROFESSIONAL Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
- NEW YORK STATE PROFESSIONAL Literacy, Birth – Grade 6
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