Lataya Smith-Rogers
Elmwood Park,NJ
Summary
Motivated educator dedicated to children's needs and development. Proven ability to support students' emotional and academic development. Skilled in crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, and creating inclusive, supportive environments. Passionate about promoting mental well-being and fostering resilience in young people. Ready to contribute to a school's success with strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Covering Teacher
Paterson Public Schools
Paterson, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Established and fostered positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Instructed students through a combination of lectures, discussions, and audio-visual presentations to enhance learning experiences.
- Engaged in parent and teacher conferences to address student progress and challenges.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
Administrative Coordinator
Airmatic Compressor Sales
Carlstadt, NJ
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided administrative support to various departments within the organization.
- Processed invoices from vendors in a timely manner according to company policies.
- Gathered, entered and updated data to maintain departmental records and databases.
Teaching Assistant
B. J. Wilkerson Memorial Child Development Center
Paterson, New Jersey
10.2013 - 10.2020
- Assisted differentiated instruction in the classroom setting
- Created lesson plans and implementation of small groups and ELL learners
- Supported and created a learning conducive environment for children with IEP’s
- Assisted teacher in lesson planning/teaching strategies input and behavior modification
- Followed IEP and assisted students with learning and behavioral challenges within the classroom setting
Education
Master of Arts Counseling -
Pillar College
Newark05-2024
Bachelor of Arts-English -
William Paterson University
12.2019
Passaic County Community College
05.2011
Skills
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Case Management
- Empathy and Compassion
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Assessment
References Available
Upon Request
Other Experience
The Sisterhood/Brotherhood of Paterson NJ Mentoring program- Mentee
Timeline
Covering Teacher
Paterson Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
Administrative Coordinator
Airmatic Compressor Sales
10.2020 - 08.2022
Teaching Assistant
B. J. Wilkerson Memorial Child Development Center
10.2013 - 10.2020
Master of Arts Counseling -
Pillar College
Bachelor of Arts-English -
William Paterson University
Passaic County Community College
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