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Marcella Adams

Rochester,NY

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I am an open minded, confident and a reliable individual who offers excellent leadership skills with the crucial ability to operate in fast-paced environments. I am very passionate about advocating for others and helping them to become better versions of themselves.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pat's Childcare Group Daycare

Patricia Terry
11.2022 - Current
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.

Teacher Assistant

Rochester City School District
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Encouraged children ages 2- 17 to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times, those in foster care and respite care.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques from over 60 Professional developments to encourage good behavior.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

Infant & Toddler Teacher's Assistant

YMCA
07.2013 - 10.2016
  • Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
  • Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.

After-School Program Leader

Ymca Of Greater Rochester
10.2012 - 06.2013
  • Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
  • Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
  • Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
  • Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 25 students.

Education

No Degree - Human Services

Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY
06.2025

Skills

  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Demonstrates respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Planning and Leading Activities
  • Social and Emotional Development
  • Special Education
  • Special-Needs Childcare
  • Child Development
  • Paraprofessional Oversight
  • Student Behavior Management
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Facilitated mediations between parents/children and staff/children

Certification

  • Adult/ Pediatric CPR, AED & First Aid License - 12/07/2022 - 12/07/2025

Timeline

Pat's Childcare Group Daycare

Patricia Terry
11.2022 - Current

Teacher Assistant

Rochester City School District
10.2017 - 05.2019

Infant & Toddler Teacher's Assistant

YMCA
07.2013 - 10.2016

After-School Program Leader

Ymca Of Greater Rochester
10.2012 - 06.2013

No Degree - Human Services

Monroe Community College
Marcella Adams