Melány Das
Jackson Heights
Summary
Skilled educator with strong expertise in special education. Adept at developing tailored learning plans, employing effective instructional strategies, and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in behavior management, individualized education plans, and student assessments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Alliance Homecare
06.2025 - Current
- Supported clients in performing daily tasks to boost comfort and self-reliance.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for healthcare team.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Coordinated with family members to discuss care updates and address concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and reported any issues promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize client care strategies.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal needs.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
Afterschool Activity Leader
Marion County Public Schools
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated engaging activities to promote student participation and enthusiasm.
- Collaborated with teachers to align activities with educational objectives.
- Developed lesson plans that enhanced social skills and teamwork among students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to foster individual growth and improvement.
- Resolved conflicts among students, encouraging positive communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Organized activities for students and created welcoming and supportive environment to encourage participation.
- Kept activity rooms and equipment organized and clean.
- Cultivated a positive environment by enforcing safety rules and guidelines during every activity session.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances or challenges during activity sessions, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, accidents or incidents, ensuring regulatory compliance at all times.
- Evaluated students by antecedent, behavior and consequence (ABC) analysis to redirect students with Autism.
- Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and providing regular updates on children''s progress.
- Providing individualized care, education, and support to children with disabilities, including assisting with daily living skills like feeding, hygiene, and toileting, and creating a safe, inclusive environment
Passenger Service Supervisor
Swissport International Inc, JFK Airport
09.2016 - 09.2022
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient passenger processing and service delivery.
- Trained and mentored team members on customer service best practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented corrective actions for service discrepancies, improving compliance with operational standards.
- Monitored security and maintained operational protocols.
- Ensured compliance with airline policies and procedures, maintaining safety standards throughout the flight.
- Managed ticketing and reservation systems, ensuring accurate processing of passenger information and flight bookings.
- Hired, trained, and motivated employees to provide exceptional passenger care and support.
- Assisted passengers with check-in and boarding processes, enforcing compliance with airline policies.
- Escorted handicapped passengers from terminal to aircraft.
- Checked in luggage and confirmed all carry-on items met federal guidelines.
Teacher’s Assistant
Life Skills Preschool
06.2012 - 09.2016
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans.
- Supported classroom management by facilitating group activities and ensuring student engagement.
- Provided individualized attention to students, fostering their social and emotional development.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to teachers on behavior and learning outcomes.
- Prepared classroom materials, enhancing the learning environment for diverse learners.
- Developed positive relationships with students and families, promoting effective communication and support.
- Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet their unique needs.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Certificate - Special Education
Touro Collge
New York, NY06.2014
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School
Queens, NY06.2004
Skills
- Customer service management
- Lesson Planning/IEP
- Team management
- Supported Special education
- Strong leadership
Languages
Dutch
Hindi
Spanish
Sranantongo
English
Certification
Home Health Aide
- HHA - Home Health Aide
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Alliance Homecare
06.2025 - Current
Afterschool Activity Leader
Marion County Public Schools
09.2023 - 05.2025
Passenger Service Supervisor
Swissport International Inc, JFK Airport
09.2016 - 09.2022
Teacher’s Assistant
Life Skills Preschool
06.2012 - 09.2016
Certificate - Special Education
Touro Collge
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School