An enthusiastic, caring, paraprofessional whom believes that all children can learn and thrive in a learning environment that is engaging, comforting , and appropriate to children's abilities. Eager to contribute to creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Teacher Assistant - Pre-K
Scope Education Services
09.2024 - Current
Assist in the execution of daily classroom operations to promote an effective learning environment.
Assist teacher by working with individual children or small group
Facilitated snack and lunch set-up and clean-up operations.
Oversee classroom cleanliness and organization to foster an optimal learning environment.
Monitor children's activities and assist teacher in maintaining a secure and engaging environment.
Assist children with their morning drop-off routine and afternoon pick-up routine
Assist with toilet routines
Collaborate with teacher to create and implement lessons and activities that align with developmental appropriateness and learning goals.
Maintain accurate program documentation, including, but not limited to, incident/accident/behavior reports, attendance sheets, sign in/sign out etc
Actively participate in meetings, training, and events
Support classroom management by implementing behavioral strategies and creating a positive learning environment.
Special Education Individual Aide
Sachem Central School District
09.2022 - 09.2024
Assisted in supervising students through out the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, playground, and community
Implemented behavior redirection methods to address problematic issues.
Provided teacher support with curriculum delivery and students behavior management.
Assessed students needs and reported to instructor.
Supported students in completing classwork and applying academic concepts.
Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Offered students support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Maintain positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Deliver personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Alert instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
Encourage students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
Establish professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
Enforce school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Special Education Aide Substitute
Eastern Suffolk Boces
12.2019 - 02.2020
Care for physical needs of students with disabilities, work under supervision of a teacher, provide assistance to students in completing projects, accompany students to activities and participate if necessary
Customer Service for HEAP
Department of Social Services
11.2014 - 04.2019
Performed comprehensive intake from clients, assisted clients applying for energy assistance program; contacted vendors to verify account details, and other arrangements based on program guidelines; maintained clients files, both paper and electronic data entry, determined program eligibility
Stay At Home Mom
Stay At Home Mom
01.2011 - 09.2021
Stayed at home to raise both my boys
Accounts Receivable & Payable Specialist
Aramark
03.2008 - 01.2011
Carried out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines; organized a recovery system and initiated collection efforts; generated monthly invoices; assisted in preparing monthly aging reports and communicated action plan/status of past due balances; participated in monthly close processes including account reconciliations & bad debt allowance; monitored customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities; processed and posted customer billings and payments by recording cash, checks and credit card transactions; prepared bank deposits; resolved collection problems by examining customer payment history and coordinated resolution with team; assisted in resolution of outstanding invoice problems from past due accounts; maintained various logs relating to billing, cash collections and credit memo activity; reviewed invoices and check requests; set up invoices for payment; processed check requests; reconciliation of payments; prepared analysis of accounts; monitored accounts to ensure payments are up to date; resolved invoice discrepancies; produced monthly reports; assisted in month end closing
Accurately and timely processed vendor invoices, ensured proper approval was received
Co-Manager
Wendy’s Restaurant
05.2003 - 09.2005
Directed and supervised the activities of a staff of up to 30; responsible for recruiting, staffing and scheduling of all employees; managed the development and training of crew and shift management employees; maintained critical standards for product quality, speed of service, cleanliness and sanitation; built sales and controlled costs to deliver optimum business results for all areas of accountability; worked with restaurant management team to meet sales goals versus budget of prior year; administered all restaurant records and procedures, including benefits, payroll, inventories and employee files; provided quality and timely performance feedback and performance reviews for crew members and shift supervisors; executed flowcharts to ensure crew is meeting food preparation and production goals; insured areas of restaurant security, food safety and maintenance of the restaurant; implemented and conducted in-restaurant new product roll-outs and procedures; adhered to all local health and safety codes; completed 12-weeks of initial management training and attended various certification courses related to the food serving industry.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sachem High School
Ronkonkoma, NY
06-1997
Early Childhood Education - undefined
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Brookhaven, NY
06-1997
Skills
Capable and Competent Supervisor
Student Supervision
Instructional support
Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Creativity and Innovation
Certification
Certified Teacher Assistant, Level 1 - July 2024
Child Abuse Workshop Training - July 2024
DASA Workshop Training - July 2024
Violence Workshop Training - July 2024
Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification - Sept 2023