KAROLINA SANTANA
Teaneck,NJ
Summary
Experienced and nurturing Teacher Assistant with over 10 years in classrooms, supporting students and teachers with patience, flexibility, and heart. I'm passionate about creating a classroom environment where every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged to grow-both academically and personally.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
ESS at Benjamin Franklin Middle
Teaneck, Nj
05.2026 - Current
- Support students' social-emotional growth while helping maintain a safe, structured learning environment.
- Assist with behavior management, academic instruction, and daily classroom routines.
- Provide classroom support to students and teachers in a middle school setting.
Teacher Assistant
Our Gang Child Care Center at Holy Name Medical Center
02.2012 - 10.2024
- Assisted in planning and leading age-appropriate activities to support early learning.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing classroom environment for children.
- Built strong relationships with children and parents, providing individualized attention.
Teacher Assistant
Hillers School SACC Program
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Supervised and engaged students in structured and free-play activities after school.
- Assisted with homework help and enrichment activities in a supportive environment.
- Ensured student safety during transitions, snack time, and outdoor play.
Teacher Assistant
Up and Growing
06.2007 - 01.2011
- Supported daily routines including meals, naptime, and hygiene for children up to age 4.
- Engaged children in activities to promote cognitive and emotional development.
- Collaborated with staff and parents to track developmental progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
Teaneck High School
TeaneckChild Development Associate (CDA) Credential - Coursework Successfully Completed
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Certification -
Skills
- Classroom support and management
- Behavior redirection and positive reinforcement
- Lesson plan implementation support
- Student supervision
- Patience and empathy
- Encouraging social-emotional development
- Reading and storytelling with children
- Educational games and activities
- Supporting social-emotional learning
Hobbies and Interests
- Child development and early learning
- Creative activities like arts & crafts or DIY projects
- Outdoor play
- Patience and empathy
- Encouraging social-emotional development
- Reading and storytelling with children
- Educational games and activities
- Supporting social-emotional learning
Timeline
Paraprofessional
ESS at Benjamin Franklin Middle
05.2026 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Hillers School SACC Program
09.2014 - 06.2016
Teacher Assistant
Our Gang Child Care Center at Holy Name Medical Center
02.2012 - 10.2024
Teacher Assistant
Up and Growing
06.2007 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Teaneck High School