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Michaela O'Connell

Huntington,NY

Summary

Compassionate Teacher's Aide focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance, social development, and communication skills. Currently completing my Level 1 Teaching Assistant certificate to be granted shortly.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Teachers Aide

Deer Park School District
Deer Park, NY
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assisted the special education teacher in providing care and instruction for children with autism.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans and took data on students' behavior.
  • Assisted teacher in transporting student to therapy services and on school field trips.

Child Care Provider

Private Clients
East Northport, NY
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Was a child care provider for a five-year-old with autism and a two-year-old sibling.
  • Assisted with daily routines and recreational activities.

Education

Healthcare Sciences -

Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood
05-2027

Huntington High School
Huntington, NY
06-2023

Skills

  • Knowledgeable of people with special needs and autism
  • Patient and caring
  • Flexible and creative
  • Responsible and trustworthy

Awards

Girl Scout Gold Award, June 2024

Planned, funded, and executed a complex service project in order to bring attention to group home workers and the people they serve.  

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teachers Aide

Deer Park School District
06.2023 - 08.2024

Child Care Provider

Private Clients
03.2022 - 07.2023

Healthcare Sciences -

Suffolk County Community College

Huntington High School
Michaela O'Connell