Jonathan Adames
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 15+ years of experience in charter, public, and independent schools. Strong communication and collaborative skills. Excellent skills in behavioral management and academic support. By building on these strengths, I am able to create a learning environment that fosters intrinsic motivation and promotes a love of learning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
Tribeca Prep School
Manhattan, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Kept up-to-date with advancements in subject area knowledge by attending conferences or workshops.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies.
- Monitored student behavior in order to maintain an effective teaching environment.
- Monitored student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students, parents and colleagues.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to instruct students on the principles of mathematics, science and English.
- Modified intervention strategies based on changing needs or preferences of the child
- Implemented interventions designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
- Monitored data collection systems and reported results to supervisors.
- Conducted behavioral assessments to determine baseline behaviors and identify specific needs for students.
Co- Teacher/Assistant Teacher/Paraprofessional Educator
Empowerment Academy Charter School
Jersey City, NJ
12.2019 - 06.2023
- Design curriculum for age- and developmentally-appropriate instruction for scholars
- Foster a nurturing atmosphere conducive to lifelong learning and to promote readiness
- Well-versed in GOMath! and HMH Into Reading / Into Math to align lessons to the state standards
- Lead parent-teacher conferences and IEP meetings to discuss student progress.
- co-teach with shared planning, instructional, and evaluation requirements.
Lead Teacher
Imagine Early Learning Center
Brooklyn Heights, NY
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Whole-child curriculum connected to assessment to individualize learning
- Incorporated all essentials for transformative family engagement.
- Differentiate teaching approaches based on the developmental levels of each individual child through lesson planning using scoping sequence and common core standards
- Utilize Teaching Strategies Gold to log individual student observations and communicate with parents
- Implement children's daily gross motor routines and activities that include both indoor and outdoor play
- Complete daily administrative tasks to facilitate the day-to-day operations of the learning center
- Duties entail conference calls with parents, participating in group meetings, inventory management, and lesson planning.
Group Leader
Henry Street Settlement
New York, NY
06.2009 - 06.2017
- Created lesson plans and aided with homework help Responsible for assisting students with
- IEPs and behavioral issues (Autism, Bi-Polar Disorder, ADHD) and creating a customized behavioral plan in response to their needs
- Assist students in transitioning from one environment to another
- Responsible for maintaining a safe and fun learning environment
- Ensured proper procedures were always followed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The City College of New York
Manhattan, NY05-2023
Mandated Reporter training, DASA -
Skills
- Writing Revolution
- Fountas and Pinnell Reading Program
- McGraw Hill Reading Strategies Program
- GoMath!
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- Apple Suite
- Google Suite
- DOI/DOE Fingerprinted
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructor
Tribeca Prep School
08.2023 - Current
Co- Teacher/Assistant Teacher/Paraprofessional Educator
Empowerment Academy Charter School
12.2019 - 06.2023
Lead Teacher
Imagine Early Learning Center
12.2017 - 12.2019
Group Leader
Henry Street Settlement
06.2009 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
The City College of New York