Jasmine Polanco
Hollis,NY
Summary
Dynamic Paraprofessional with a proven track record at the Department of Education, excelling in behavior management and effective communication. Demonstrated success in enhancing student support and fostering positive learning environments. Skilled in providing individualized assistance, contributing to significant student growth and achievement. Expertise in helping students with special needs, ensuring safety, and fostering long-lasting relationships.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
02.2018 - Current
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
Paraprofessional
Stepping Stones Daycare
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Personal Banker
Chase Bank
05.2009 - 08.2016
- Utilized strong interpersonal communication skills during client interactions, resulting in increased trust and fostering long-lasting relationships.
- Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications, and signing up for new services.
- Maintained compliance with bank policies and regulations while executing various financial transactions for customers.
- Generated new business by conducting thorough financial needs assessments and offering tailored products to clients.
- Processed customer requests for statements, ordering additional checks, and updating customer personal information in database.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Queens College
Flushing, NY05.2025
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
Certification
- Advanced Child Care Training with Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED–American Red Cross.
- Paraprofessional Educator Certification - New York Department of Education.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
02.2018 - Current
Paraprofessional
Stepping Stones Daycare
09.2016 - 02.2018
Personal Banker
Chase Bank
05.2009 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Queens College