Margarita Foti-Aaron
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dedicated Educator in grades Pre-k to sixth. Experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals. Background includes dance performance, recital planning, and classroom instruction. Passionate about instilling a love of dance/ education in children, as well as educational and dance techniques for long-term benefits.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
The Brooklyn Dance Centers
09.2017 - Current
- Planned and oversaw group and individual dance performances.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students
- Performed at different types of events as professional dancer.
- Taught groups of students different genres of dance which includes tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, acrobatics, contemporary and lyrical.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Choreographed dance numbers for school's year-end recital.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Child Caretaker
Changing Tomorrow Academy
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Assisted with activities to support curriculum objectives.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
Private Reading Tutor
Annarose Hayowy
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained detailed files and created charts tracking student learning progress.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help student advance.
- Taught reading comprehension and writing tactics to improve reading and writing skills.
- Conducted assessments to determine comprehensive understanding of materials.
- Provided positive feedback often to encourage continued reading success.
- Structured activities for interactive learning, reading understanding and fluency skills.
- Supported student with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Stocked, labeled and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems and locating items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Childhood Education
Long Island University
Greenvale, NY12.2023
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Class Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Positive Learning Environment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Self motivated and hardworking
Educator
- Group Teaching
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Conditioning Exercises and Strength Conditioning
- Competitive Dance
- Creative
- Works well with others
Dance
Accomplishments
Dance
-Part of Long Island University Dance Team
-National Champion at UDA Nationals- Universal College Dance Team Competition 2023 (LIU Dance Team)
Educator
-DOE Fingerprinted and Identigo
-Educating All Students Exam- Passed
-Certification Completed Workshops
Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act - Project S.A.V.E. Workshop (Spring 2022)
Preventing Child Abduction; Safety Education; Fire and Arson Prevention Workshop (Fall 2022)
Preventing Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Substance Abuse Workshop (Fall 2022) Dignity for All Students Act - DASA Workshop (Spring 2022)
Child Abuse Identification and Reporting Workshop (Spring 2023)
Obtained Deans List while taking twenty-one credits, part of Sigma Delta Tau Sorority, and part of Long Island University D1 Dance Team.
Timeline
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
04.2023 - 06.2023
Child Caretaker
Changing Tomorrow Academy
09.2020 - 09.2022
Private Reading Tutor
Annarose Hayowy
09.2019 - 05.2020
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2019 - 01.2020
Dance Instructor
The Brooklyn Dance Centers
09.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/ Childhood Education
Long Island University
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