Maria L. Pignatelli
Endwell
Summary
Undergraduate student at Binghamton University majoring in Human Development with a minor in Education. Experienced in working with children through subbing, various summer programs, and coaching. Proven ability to create positive environments for learning and development. Committed to pursuing a career in teaching, leveraging strong interpersonal skills and a passion for education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher/Teacher Aide
Maine Endwell Central School District
01.2023 - Current
- Substituted for absent teachers when necessary.
- Intervened in situations where students were not following school rules or expectations.
Summer Enrichment Student Assistant
Maine Endwell Central School District
07.2022 - Current
- Promoted student development through support and teacher guidance.
- Facilitated student engagement and comprehension of academic material.
Summer Recreation Camp Counselor
Town of Maine
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Promoted team building exercises such as trust falls, scavenger hunts, and ropes courses.
Private Swimming Lessons Instructor
Self-employed
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Created an environment conducive to learning by displaying enthusiasm for teaching swimming.
- Incorporated drills into training sessions that focused on specific strokes or techniques.
Lifeguard
Binghamton Country Club
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted with swim lessons for guests and members of the facility.
- Observed swimmers from elevated chairs while scanning the entire pool deck.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development, Education
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY05-2026
High School Diploma -
Maine-Endwell High School
Endwell, NY06-2022
Skills
- Student engagement
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Positivity in work settings
- Time Management
- Dependable & Reliable
- Critical thinking
- Discipline
Accomplishments
- Member of the Binghamton University Women's Swimming and Diving Team
- College of Community and Public Affairs Deans List - 09/2022, 02/2023, 09/2023, 02/2024, 09/2024
- 2024 College Sports Communications 2024 Academic All District Team Award
- Fall 2024 4.0 GPA
- 2025 National College Athlete Honor Society Inductee
- 2025 America East Conference Women's Swimming and Diving Finalist - 50 Freestyle, 100 Freestyle, 100 Breaststroke, 2025
Volunteer Experience And Clubs
- Camp Counselor, Town of Maine Recreation, Volunteered as a counselor and helped watch and play with kids at camp, set up activities
- Volunteer, St. Anthony of Padua Church, Volunteered at Lenten fish fry dinners, Feast Days, food pantry, church decorating, food baskets, religious education classes for younger youth.
- Assistant, Special Olympics, Assisted swimmers in the water.
- Volunteer, Union Aquatic Swim Club, Hosted meets - Volunteered with pool set up, lane timing, concessions.
- Instructor, Developed literacy lessons based on reading domains and instructed first grade students as a part of college level education courses.
- Swim Coach, Binghamton University swim camp, Coached ages 6-18.
- Volunteer, Binghamton University Masters Swim meet, Assisted with event.
- Member, Binghamton University Education club, Attend events hosted by the club and the minor.
- Member, Binghamton University Education Minor Steering Committee, Meetings every Tuesday morning.
- Peer Advisor, Binghamton University Education Minor
- Member, Binghamton University Wishmakers on campus club
- Member, Binghamton University intercollegiate athletics board committee
Certification
- CPR and Lifeguard certified
Languages
American Sign Language
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher/Teacher Aide
Maine Endwell Central School District
01.2023 - Current
Summer Recreation Camp Counselor
Town of Maine
01.2023 - 01.2024
Summer Enrichment Student Assistant
Maine Endwell Central School District
07.2022 - Current
Private Swimming Lessons Instructor
Self-employed
07.2021 - 08.2021
Lifeguard
Binghamton Country Club
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Development, Education
Binghamton University
High School Diploma -
Maine-Endwell High School
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