Dedicated Teaching Assistant with strong skills in classroom support and effective communication. Proven ability to foster inclusive learning environments and streamline processes to enhance student engagement.
Overview
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1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Cobleskill Richmondville Central School
Cobleskill, NY
09.2016 - Current
Assisted educators in developing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student engagement.
Supported individual students with special needs, fostering inclusive learning environments.
Evaluated student progress and provided feedback to teachers for curriculum adjustments.
Coordinated classroom activities and materials, ensuring smooth daily operations.
Led small group sessions to reinforce concepts and improve academic outcomes for students.
Streamlined administrative tasks, contributing to efficient classroom management and organization.
Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
Office Assistant
Livingston Fuels
Sloansville, NY
08.2012 - 08.2016
Managed scheduling, ensuring timely appointments and effective time management across departments.
Managed delivery scheduling, ensuring timely deliveries and effective time management across driving staff.
Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
Assisted in preparing reports, contributing to data accuracy and informed decision-making processes.
Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous front desk and telephone support.
Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues.
Disaster Preparedness Assistant
New York State Emergency Management Office
Albany, NY
10.2008 - 03.2010
Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for emergency management procedures and protocols.
Coordinated emergency response efforts across multiple agencies to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
Streamlined communication processes between departments to ensure timely information dissemination during crisis situations.
Assisted in training new staff on operational readiness and emergency preparedness strategies.
Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
Money Room Clerk
Turning Stone Resort and Casino
Verona, NY
12.2007 - 09.2008
Processed currency exchanges and handled large volumes of cash securely.
Managed cash transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Oversaw daily reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
Trained new staff on cash handling procedures and operational protocols.
Monitored inventory levels of bingo cards and casino currency for operational needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Agricultural Business
SUNY Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY
12-2007
Skills
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Student engagement
Student support
Material preparation
Computer literacy
Effective communication
Relationship building
Certification
New York State Teaching Assistant Certification Level III