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Maria Elizabeth Papoutsidakis

Staten Island,NY

Summary

Sharp and focused, Education Director offering 2 years of experience in education leadership, dedicated to success of students, faculty and families with focus on addressing individuals while maintaining overall compliance with procedures and academic performance. Goal-oriented and financially-astute bringing advanced proficiency in allocating and managing educational organization resources. Utilizing familiarity in DOE standards and state, federal and local regulations to achieve and implement academic achievement plans and programs. Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of community involvement methods. Accomplished Educator, with advanced education, extensive classroom experience and proficient in providing instruction and team building exercises with students and faculty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SEIT

Little Excellence
10.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans tailored to each client''s needs.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional methods including discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, and incidental learning to engage clients throughout therapy sessions effectively.
  • Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify function of challenging behaviors.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients'' strengths, needs, and progress for data-driven treatment planning.
  • Implemented visual supports such as schedules, charts, and social stories to enhance comprehension of daily routines among nonverbal or minimally verbal clients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of professionals to develop cohesive care plans for individuals with ASD and other developmental disabilities.
  • Enhanced clients'' communication skills through targeted, evidence-based interventions and strategies.
  • Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
  • Assisted individuals in developing coping strategies for managing challenging emotions or behaviors more effectively.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients'' families, resulting in increased trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.
  • Delivered social skills curriculums and programs in support of client skills development.
  • Facilitated successful transitions between school settings by working closely with educators to adapt classroom accommodations for students with special needs.
  • Increased client independence by teaching essential life skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household management.
  • Improved student reading comprehension and fluency through targeted interventions and small group instruction.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to develop strategies for supporting their child''s learning at home, enhancing overall student success.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.

Tutor

Private Home
02.2016 - Current
  • Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
  • Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
  • Met with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class and solve specific problems.
  • Worked closely with students to help develop math and essay writing skills.
  • Provided private instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance and prepare for academic or occupational tests.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and motivate students.
  • Designed comfortable tutoring environment conducive to learning.
  • Created and implemented individual lesson plans based on student learning styles.
  • Conducted study exercises to help student pass class exam or improve scores on standardized tests.
  • Assessed student progress at each session, making recommendations that increased effectiveness of tutoring and lessons.
  • Utilized listening and questioning strategies to diagnose student needs and monitor progress.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans and assess student progress.
  • Communicated student progress to students, parents, or teachers in written progress reports, in person, or by email.
  • Prepared for tutoring appointments by learning about key topics and planning out structured activities.
  • Maintained records of students assessment results, progress, feedback and school performance.
  • Coached tutees in study skills, note-taking, organization and time management.
  • Researched or recommend textbooks, software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring.
  • Traveled to student's home or to another place of student's choice to conduct tutoring sessions.

SEIT

Lets Start With Play
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to develop strategies for supporting their child''s learning at home, enhancing overall student success.
  • Conducted regular assessments of student progress, adjusting instructional methods as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional methods including discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, and incidental learning to engage clients throughout therapy sessions effectively.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans tailored to each client''s needs.
  • Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify function of challenging behaviors.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients'' strengths, needs, and progress for data-driven treatment planning.
  • Implemented visual supports such as schedules, charts, and social stories to enhance comprehension of daily routines among nonverbal or minimally verbal clients.
  • Enhanced clients'' communication skills through targeted, evidence-based interventions and strategies.
  • Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients'' families, resulting in increased trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans based on ABA principles to help clients reach goals.
  • Increased client independence by teaching essential life skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household management.
  • Performed behavioral therapy assessments and treatments in patients' homes without direct supervision.
  • Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
  • Attended workshops, conferences, and trainings in the field of ABA therapy to stay current on best practices and emerging trends.
  • Increased functional play skills among young children with ASD by designing engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate toys and materials.

Education Director

Little Scholars Daycare
09.2021 - 09.2023
  • Facilitated both in-person and virtual training courses to provide valuable training for new and current staff.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify team weaknesses and created attack plans to resolve training gaps.
  • Strengthened technical and operational expertise of staff through lesson planning and training seminars.
  • Devised and implemented learning knowledge management strategies to bolster employee expertise.
  • Chartered new hire and ongoing training policies to create continuous development plans.
  • Established team of members to support learning and increase overall functional performance.
  • Sought and managed budgeting for learning and knowledge transference activities.
  • Used duality of rational and creative approaches after identifying effective instructional methods and media.
  • Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
  • Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
  • Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
  • Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
  • Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
  • Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
  • Prepared and maintained personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
  • Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of educational and vocational programs.
  • Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
  • Prepared and submitted budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.

UPK Teacher

Little Scholars Daycare Center
09.2021 - 09.2023
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
  • Administered and documented results of student assessments.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
  • Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
  • Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing and crafts.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Integrated technology into lesson plans.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.

Teacher

Greek School of Plato
09.2013 - 06.2022
  • Teach reading, writing, geography, history and Greek culture.
  • Prepare students for Ellinomatheia tests.
  • Write, practice with students and perform plays
  • Prepare students to participate in national celebration performances
  • Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
  • Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
  • Met with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class and solve specific problems.

Substitute Teacher

DOE
03.2017 - 09.2021
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
  • Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
  • Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
  • Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
  • Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
  • Tutored students individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects.
  • Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study.
  • Utilized outlined grading procedures and assessment strategies to document and report on student growth, development and understanding.
  • Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
  • Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
  • Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
  • Answered student questions about course concepts.
  • Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
  • Communicated with head teacher to execute priorities for school day and ongoing lesson plans.
  • Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
  • Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
  • Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
  • Attended training and workshops to improve teaching skills.
  • Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
  • Graded tests and assignments using head teacher's grading guidelines.
  • Organized and supervised games or other recreational activities.
  • Graded student assignments and exams and discussed results.
  • Helped head teacher by restocking missing or low supplies in classroom.
  • Addressed rowdy and uncooperative students by speaking firmly and informing head teacher of transgressions.
  • Monitored appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.

ABA Therapist

Kids Unlimited Learning Academy
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
  • Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
  • Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.
  • Provided direct client care and group treatment while utilizing combinations of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
  • Treated and improved reading and academic skills and monitored fine motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality and job competence.
  • Attended monthly trainings to continue education for excellent treatment quality and updated methods of practice.
  • Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.

Nursery Teacher

Dgk Parochial School Of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Updated classroom and student records with daily activities and notable incidents.
  • Facilitated learning by maintaining stimulating environment with rich learning opportunities.
  • Maintained strict compliance with state health and safety standards.
  • Planned and implemented developmentally-appropriate activities for kids as young as 2 years.
  • Implemented teaching techniques to promote ideal early childhood development.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
  • Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.

Education

Dyslexia Therapist & Autism Awareness Course

International Open Academy
06.2017

Master of Science - Special & General Education

Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY
05.2017

Sign Language Course

Mary Key Jenny
03.2017

Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL) Course

International Open Academy
05.2016

Master of Science - European &International Relations

Panteion University of Social & Political Science
Athens, Greece
09.2009

Bachelor of Science - International & European Studies

Panteion University of Social & Political Science
Athens, Greece
09.2009

Skills

  • Bilingual in Greek
  • Conversational German
  • Training in Food Handling Preparation
  • Proficient in Childcare Management Software
  • Certified in Special & General Early Childhood Education Birth-2nd
  • Certified in Special & General Childhood Education Grades 1-6
  • DOE fingerprinted
  • IdentoGo fingerprinted
  • All required trainings:
  • Prevention & Identification of Brain Injuries, including Abusive Head trauma (AHT) May 17,2023
  • Infection Control & Barrier Precautions 4 Hours
  • Emergency Preparedness May 17, 2023
  • Epinephrine Training 03/31/2023
  • Family Engagement May 17, 2023
  • Confronting Sexual Harassment, Tools and Strategies to create a harassment free Workplace 5/15/2023
  • Mandated Reporter Training 5/16/2023
  • CPR AED
  • Received Training Credit for 15 Hours of In-Service Training in the Areas of Leadership and Business Management
  • Received Training Credit for 10Hours of In-Service Training in the Areas of Leadership and Culture
  • Citywide Fire Guard For Impairment

Certification

  • Certified in Special & General Education Grades 1-6.
  • Certified in Special & General Early Childhood Birth-2nd

Timeline

SEIT

Little Excellence
10.2023 - Current

SEIT

Lets Start With Play
10.2023 - 02.2024

Education Director

Little Scholars Daycare
09.2021 - 09.2023

UPK Teacher

Little Scholars Daycare Center
09.2021 - 09.2023

ABA Therapist

Kids Unlimited Learning Academy
09.2018 - 09.2019

Substitute Teacher

DOE
03.2017 - 09.2021

Nursery Teacher

Dgk Parochial School Of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church
09.2016 - 09.2017

Tutor

Private Home
02.2016 - Current

Teacher

Greek School of Plato
09.2013 - 06.2022

Dyslexia Therapist & Autism Awareness Course

International Open Academy

Master of Science - Special & General Education

Brooklyn College of The City University of New York

Sign Language Course

Mary Key Jenny

Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL) Course

International Open Academy

Master of Science - European &International Relations

Panteion University of Social & Political Science

Bachelor of Science - International & European Studies

Panteion University of Social & Political Science

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