Jason J. Halse-Mendez
Schenectady
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent multitasker. Experienced Strong communicator and team player with superior work ethic. Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 16 years background working with students at elementary and middle school, and high school levels. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant Level 3
East Greenbush Central School District
12.2021 - 06.2024
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Assistant Teacher
Wildwood Programs
06.2017 - Current
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided in-person, virtual, and hybrid instruction based on evolving school service models.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records of assigned students.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Supervised student behavior during daily academic routines to secure safety of students and staff.
Administrative Assistant
Wildwood Programs
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Obtained COVID-19 information of participants attending program by phone for multiple day hab sites and asked screening questions.
- Completed necessary documentation on time and to specifications.
LIfeguard
Wildwood Programs
08.2017 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
- Monitored safety of students in and around swimming pool.
- Consulted with emergency personnel while securing scene.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Saved distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Used CPR skills to assist rescued individuals until arrival of emergency services.
- Checked water readings regularly to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons.
Group Fitness Instructor / Swim Lesson Instructor
Vent Fitness Guilderland
02.2014 - Current
- Enhanced client experience by maintaining motivational and supportive culture.
- Established classes to effectively match skill and learning levels of all participants.
- Improved overall student swimming proficiency through consistent evaluation, feedback, and personalized instruction.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to share best practices, refining teaching strategies for optimal results.
Administrative Assistant
New York Credit Union Association
11.2013 - 09.2016
- Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight and destination.
- Maintained mailroom supply inventories, purchase orders and vendor supplies.
- Maintained efficient functionality of various photocopying and printing equipment with careful operation, preventive maintenance and basic repairs.
- Sorted mail according to order of address appearance for easy access in field.
- Signed and received mail with signature requirements upon delivery and loading.
Universal Pre Kindergarten Teacher Aide
Cohoes Community Center
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Education
No Degree - Physical Education
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NYHigh School Diploma -
Troy High School
Troy, NY06.2005
Skills
- Waterfront Certification
- First Aid and CPR and AED
- Effective problem-solver
- Strong communicator
- Group and individual instruction
- Data entry background
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Behavior Support Plans
- Customer Service
- Water Safety Instruction
Certification
- NYS Level 3 Teacher Assistant Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified/AED
- Certified American Red Cross Waterfront
- Zumba, Aqua Zumba, Zumba Kids and Kids Jr, Strong by Zumba (HIIT)
- Les Mills Group Fitness Programming
Timeline
Teaching Assistant Level 3
East Greenbush Central School District
12.2021 - 06.2024
Administrative Assistant
Wildwood Programs
04.2020 - 09.2021
LIfeguard
Wildwood Programs
08.2017 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Wildwood Programs
06.2017 - Current
Group Fitness Instructor / Swim Lesson Instructor
Vent Fitness Guilderland
02.2014 - Current
Administrative Assistant
New York Credit Union Association
11.2013 - 09.2016
Universal Pre Kindergarten Teacher Aide
Cohoes Community Center
01.2008 - 01.2013
No Degree - Physical Education
Hudson Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Troy High School
- NYS Level 3 Teacher Assistant Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified/AED
- Certified American Red Cross Waterfront
- Zumba, Aqua Zumba, Zumba Kids and Kids Jr, Strong by Zumba (HIIT)
- Les Mills Group Fitness Programming
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