Jennifer Corbett
Amherst
Summary
Dedicated teacher's aide with a strong commitment to student success through effective support of educators and improvement of classroom settings. Recognized for reliability and excellent interpersonal skills. Skilled in organizing educational materials, maintaining cleanliness, and planning engaging activities. Proficient in managing small group dynamics and maintaining accurate records.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Aide
Clinton Street Elementary
West Seneca
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to implement individualized education plans for special needs students.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to assist in overcoming school challenges.
- Supported students with special needs during daily activities, facilitating smoother integration into classroom environments.
- Facilitated small group instruction and learning activities to enhance student engagement.
- Monitored student progress, providing targeted feedback to educators to support effective teaching strategies.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Organized educational materials and resources to streamline lesson preparation.
- Organized performance and enrichment activities, fostering comprehensive learning experiences for students.
- Supervised students during recess and lunch periods to maintain safety and order.
Private Nanny
Chris And Christie Berardi
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Monitored children's schedules to ensure consistency in sleeping, eating, and school routines.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to enhance fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skill development.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized and cleaned play areas after activities to promote a safe and tidy environment.
- Completed light housekeeping duties and ran errands.
Private Nanny
Jeffrey And Michelle Watorek
09.2015 - 08.2023
- Oversaw daily schedules to ensure consistent sleeping, eating, and school routines for children.
- Cultivated strong, trusting relationships with families and children through open communication and regular positive feedback.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Managed playtime and screen time to enhance development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects daily.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Private Nanny
Giorgio And Amy Cappuzzello
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to promote development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Established professional relationships with families and children through open communication and consistent positive feedback.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
Private Nanny
Gary And Rachel Andalora
09.2006 - 08.2011
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged individually with children to foster trust and positive relationships.
- Cultivated strong, professional relationships with families and children through open communication and positive feedback.
- Monitored schedules to ensure children adhered to sleeping, eating, and school routines.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Instructed children in essential life skills, including manners and personal hygiene.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Lead Childcare Teacher
Brierwood Childcare Center
09.2003 - 06.2005
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Designed and implemented activities that promoted physical, social and intellectual growth in preschoolers.
- Facilitated development of social, emotional and physical skills in students through targeted guidance.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Built strong relationships with students and families to foster a supportive learning community.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Medaille College
Buffalo, NY05-2003
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05-1998
Skills
- Personal care assistance
- Student motivation techniques
- Special needs support
- Behavior management
- Progress monitoring
- Assessment grading
- Student safety oversight
- Teacher collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Friendly demeanor
- Safety maintenance
- Relationship building
Timeline
Teacher Aide
Clinton Street Elementary
09.2023 - Current
Private Nanny
Chris And Christie Berardi
09.2022 - 08.2023
Private Nanny
Jeffrey And Michelle Watorek
09.2015 - 08.2023
Private Nanny
Giorgio And Amy Cappuzzello
09.2011 - 06.2015
Private Nanny
Gary And Rachel Andalora
09.2006 - 08.2011
Lead Childcare Teacher
Brierwood Childcare Center
09.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Medaille College
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Erie Community College