Jessica Taveras
Long Island City,NY
Summary
Education professional prepared to contribute to student development and instructional support. Proven success in assisting lead teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities. Reliable team player with focus on collaborative efforts and adaptability to changing educational needs. Proficient in classroom management and instructional techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Jacob Blackwell 111Q / District 30
Long Island City, USA
12.2022 - Current
- Utilize Creative Curriculum with project-based, investigative learning, promoting discovery and inquiry
- Provide thematic, monthly enrichment lessons to teach life skills (self-care, baking, food prep, first aid, financial literacy, etc.) with a multitude of centers and sensory bins, pretend play, light table activities, science experiences, and more
- Administer assessments in social-emotional development, communication, fine motor skills, large motor skills, phonics, phonological and phonemic awareness, oral language, vocabulary, written expression, and mathematics
- Analyze collected data to inform future instruction and determine students’ mastery of skills
- Adhere to and attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings to advocate for accommodations and modifications, interventions, and placement for the student
- Promote responsibility and accountability through positive discipline and classroom management
- Communicate proactively and frequently with parents concerning student behavior, goals, objectives, and progress
Assistant Teacher
Jackson Developmental
Long Island City, USA
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided a vibrant, child-centered environment designed to inspire curiosity, independence, and love for learning
- Offered hands-on materials for students, encouraging exploration and discovery at each child’s own pace
- Nurtured critical thinking, problem-solving, and social skills, while fostering respect for themselves, others, and surroundings
- Created a strong rapport with each child, with adherence to their individual expectations, schedules, and personalities
- Created and modified enrichment activities for students through a wide age range, ensuring appropriateness
ABA Therapy
Private Residences
Queens, USA
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Designed and maintained a dynamic, developmentally appropriate learning environment to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to cultivate a focused life-long skills
- Developed and delivered engaging, hands-on, child-centered curriculum tailored to individual learning styles and interests
- Provide one-on-one, research-based behavioral therapy to individuals with autism or developmental disorders
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And General Education
Touro Unversity
New York, NY12.2025
Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY12.2027
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Small group instruction
- Behavior modification
- Lesson planning
- Learning support
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Jacob Blackwell 111Q / District 30
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Jackson Developmental
09.2021 - 11.2022
ABA Therapy
Private Residences
02.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And General Education
Touro Unversity
Master of Science - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
College of Staten Island