Lisbeth Urena
Haverstraw
Summary
Adept at fostering student engagement and promoting safety, I excelled at Liberty Elementary School by implementing effective behavior management and collaborating on interdisciplinary lesson plans. My expertise in verbal communication and teamwork, alongside a knack for supervising activities, significantly contributed to a positive and dynamic learning environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Teacher Assistant
Liberty Elementary School
Valley Cottage, NY
12.2024 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear classroom expectations and maintaining consistent routines.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, maximizing student engagement and understanding.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by implementing consistent consequences and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Facilitated organization of extracurricular activities, contributing to well-rounded education.
- Assisted in implementation of school-wide behavior management programs, promoting positive school climate.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Cashier
ShopRite
Garnerville, NY
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, reducing instances of theft at checkout.
Daycare Worker
Ivelisse's Daycare
Haverstraw, NY
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively by employing positive reinforcement techniques and redirecting negative actions towards more constructive outlets.
Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education -
Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY01-2027
High School Diploma -
Saint David School
Dominican Republic 06-2022
Skills
- Verbal communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Behavior modeling
- Supervising student activities
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Teacher Assistant
Liberty Elementary School
12.2024 - Current
Cashier
ShopRite
11.2024 - 01.2025
Daycare Worker
Ivelisse's Daycare
05.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care And Education -
Hostos Community College
High School Diploma -
Saint David School