Luzmari A. Garcia
Bronx
Summary
Professional educator with significant experience in fostering learning environments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement. Reliable, adaptable, and ready to support dynamic educational needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
St. John Chrysostom Elementary School
04.2017 - Current
- Worked closely with special education students exhibiting severe behavioral challenges
- Planned and led structured activities to support learning and social development
- Provided classroom management and individual support under teacher supervision
- Collaborated with parents and provided resources to support student success at home
- Maintained a positive, inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs
Activity Specialist
Private Child Care
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Developed and implemented creative indoor and outdoor activities for children
- Focused on enrichment through play, arts, and routine building
- Supported emotional and behavioral development in children from toddler to pre-teen age
Baby Registry Associate
Toys R’ Us
10.2010 - 12.2015
- Provided personalized customer service to expectant parents and families
- Managed registry systems, advised on baby care items and purchases
- Assisted with event planning and product education for first-time parents
Medical Receptionist
Twilight Medical
05.2008 - 09.2010
- Handled patient intake, insurance verification, and appointment scheduling
- Maintained front office operations with confidentiality and professionalism
- Assisted medical staff with administrative tasks and data entry in E-Clinical Works
SES Program Assistant
The Princeton Review
09.2006 - 06.2008
- Supported after-school programs for underserved students
- Assisted with student engagement and tutoring coordination
- Provided administrative support to program directors
Administrative Assistant/Intern
Brooklyn Economic Development Corp.
06.2005 - 08.2005
- Organized files, managed phone lines, and drafted documents for community initiatives
- Supported public events and interacted with neighborhood stakeholders
Education
Psychology
Fordham University
Bronx, NYHigh School Diploma -
ACADEMY OF MOUNT SAINT URSULA
Bronx, NY06-2004
CUNY
The Bronx, NYSkills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Teaching strategies
- Lesson plan implementation
- Art and music instruction
- Safety and supervision
- Student rapport building
- Parent and caregiver relations
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
St. John Chrysostom Elementary School
04.2017 - Current
Activity Specialist
Private Child Care
02.2016 - 03.2017
Baby Registry Associate
Toys R’ Us
10.2010 - 12.2015
Medical Receptionist
Twilight Medical
05.2008 - 09.2010
SES Program Assistant
The Princeton Review
09.2006 - 06.2008
Administrative Assistant/Intern
Brooklyn Economic Development Corp.
06.2005 - 08.2005
Psychology
Fordham University
High School Diploma -
ACADEMY OF MOUNT SAINT URSULA
CUNY
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