Jayla Hernandez-Benique
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Self-starter proudly promotes positive educational environments. Offers strong background working with special needs students. Attentive to details and thorough in helping students complete assignments.
Attentive professional brings solid background in neurodiverse instruction and classroom management. Compassionate academic professional with strong commitment to building welcoming and inclusive learning environments. Supports teachers with administrative assistance, classroom documentation, and supplemental instruction.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Student Aide
Cesar E Chavez School
Yonkers, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one instruction for special education students in an inclusive classroom setting.
- Assisted with implementation of Individual Education Plans and behavior management plans.
- Facilitated small group learning activities to help special education students understand content material.
- Encouraged positive social interactions among special education students during recess and lunchtime.
- Monitored the progress of individual special education students through data collection and analysis.
- Supported students in developing self-advocacy skills by helping them identify their strengths and weaknesses while advocating for themselves in the educational setting.
- Assisted with transitions between classes, providing direction when needed to ensure that all special education students arrived at their destination safely.
- Provided support services such as assistance with personal care tasks as required by some individuals' IEPs.
- Established relationships of trust with the children under my supervision while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Organized materials for small group instruction as well as individual work tasks for special education students according to teacher instructions.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, concerns, successes., both verbally and through written reports.
- Supervised field trips, ensuring that all safety protocols were followed while also helping facilitate meaningful experiences for special needs children.
- Employed assistive technology devices such as iPads or computers designed specifically for those with physical impairments or learning disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, behaviors., ensuring compliance with state regulations governing the provision of services to special education students.
- Utilized and promoted resources for special needs students.
Facility Manager
Saxon woods pool
White Plains, New York
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Prepared and submitted reports on facility operations, including budget updates.
- Reviewed work orders for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with applicable building codes, ordinances, laws, rules, regulations and standards.
- Provided technical guidance to staff regarding facility operations and maintenance issues.
- Recruited, trained, managed and evaluated performance of staff members involved in daily operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation standards to increase appeal of facility.
- Managed and directed facility staff by handling assignment delegation and timely completion.
Education
Associate of Arts - Arts And Design
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY09-2025
High School Diploma -
Gorton High School
Yonkers, NY06-2021
Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Communication Strategies
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Transition planning
- Social Skills Development
- Experienced with [Technology]
- Proficient with [Technology]
- Life Skills Development
- Activity management
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Facility Manager
Saxon woods pool
06.2024 - 09.2024
Special Education Student Aide
Cesar E Chavez School
09.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts - Arts And Design
Westchester Community College
High School Diploma -
Gorton High School
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