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Darlene Gatien

Ronkonkoma,NY

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Teaching Assistant with strengths in classroom management, conflict resolution, and positive reinforcement. Experienced in fostering a supportive learning environment and implementing individualized instruction to enhance student engagement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teaching Assistant (Highschool)

Connetquot School District
Bohemia, New York
08.2022 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in lesson preparation and classroom management.
  • Supported students with learning activities and individualized instruction.
  • Collaborated with staff to create a positive learning environment.

Special Education Aide (Sycamore Elementary)

Connetquot School District
Bohemia, New York
10.2021 - 06.2025
  • Helped students to develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and encouragement in studies, as well as discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.
  • Participated in supervision of students during lunch, physical education, and after-school extracurricular activities to maintain apeaceful and productive environment.

Office Manager

Speedy Appliance
Freeport, New York
01.2015 - 10.2021
  • Managed daily office operations and ensured efficient workflow processes.
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail, and coordinated courier services.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence, other documents, and QuickBooks.
  • Managed office inventory and placed a new supply order

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Conflict resolution
  • Creative instructional strategies
  • Life skills training
  • Data collection
  • Classroom organization
  • Classwork oversight
  • Teacher assistance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Teaching Assistant (Highschool)

Connetquot School District
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Aide (Sycamore Elementary)

Connetquot School District
10.2021 - 06.2025

Office Manager

Speedy Appliance
01.2015 - 10.2021

Some College (No Degree) -

Suffolk County Community College

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