Maria Swetsky
148 Stecher Street Staten Island,NY
Summary
Proactive and caring teacher with 12 years of experience. Looking to support the school's mission by creating a personal, engaging, learning environment that celebrates students unique talents and ideas.
Experience in developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Aide
The Huguenot School PS 5R
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student safety by consistently monitoring school grounds and maintaining a secure environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, ensuring compliance with school policies and regulations.
- Provided clerical assistance for administrative tasks such as photocopying documents or updating files which streamlined office operations.
- Enhanced student safety by consistently monitoring bus behavior and addressing issues promptly.
- Contributed to timely transportation by efficiently assisting students with boarding and disembarking procedures.
- Ensured accurate attendance records by meticulously documenting student arrivals and departures on the bus route sheets.
- Managed diverse dietary needs for students with allergies and sensitivities, ensuring their well-being during meal times.
- Facilitated smooth communication between kitchen staff, administrators, teachers, parents, and students regarding lunch-related matters.
- Regulated dismissal of students by section and guided disposal of tray and silverware in return area.
- Organized students entering cafeteria into various food lines to keep groups flowing smoothly.
Part Time Reading Recovery Teacher
Daniel D. Tompkins PS 69R
10.2010 - 06.2014
- Increased student literacy by implementing Reading Recovery strategies and individualized instruction plans.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension through targeted guided reading sessions and data-driven interventions.
- Enhanced students'' writing skills by providing explicit instruction and constructive feedback on their written work.
- Boosted students'' confidence in reading by creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment.
- Reduced the achievement gap for struggling readers by providing intensive one-on-one support and targeted interventions.
- Maintained detailed records of student assessments, progress reports, and intervention plans to inform future instruction efforts.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Daniel D. Tompkins School PS 69R
09.2004 - 11.2009
- Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for behavior.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
- Mentored student teachers on best practices for effective instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, group activities, and hands-on experiences.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills among students by challenging them with complex problem-solving tasks and thought-provoking discussions.
- Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Kindergarten And Preschool Education
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Staten Island, NY05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/ Math
St. Johns University
Staten Island, NY05.2003
Skills
- Smartboard
- Certification in infant/child/adult CPR
- Multitasking abilities
- SEM-Student Enrichment Model-foster students creativity in small self sustaining group project over course of 8 weeks
Timeline
School Aide
The Huguenot School PS 5R
11.2022 - Current
Part Time Reading Recovery Teacher
Daniel D. Tompkins PS 69R
10.2010 - 06.2014
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Daniel D. Tompkins School PS 69R
09.2004 - 11.2009
Master of Science - Kindergarten And Preschool Education
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/ Math
St. Johns University
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