Michelle Apollonio
Tarrytown,New York
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in education and security. Skilled in mentoring, classroom management, and maintaining safety standards. Committed to creating positive experiences for colleagues and clients while driving effective teamwork.
Developed leadership skills and experience during active duty military service
Overview
2017
2017
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Tarrytown School DIstrict
Tarrytown, NY
09.2008 - 06.2016
- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom activities, fostering an engaging learning environment for diverse student needs.
- Supported assessment and evaluation processes, ensuring accurate tracking of student progress and performance.
- Mentored new teaching assistants, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Led small group instruction sessions, tailoring approaches to address individual learning styles and challenges effectively.
- Organized and maintained classroom materials, ensuring resources were readily available for instructional use.
Unarmed Security Officer
Allied Barton Security/Effective Security/Spectraguard
White Plains, NY
01.1991 - 01.2015
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to deter criminal activity and identify safety hazards.
- Responded swiftly to incidents, maintaining calm while coordinating with law enforcement as needed.
- Documented daily activities and incident reports, ensuring accuracy for management review.
- Trained new staff on security protocols, enhancing team effectiveness and communication standards.
- Collaborated with clients to assess security needs, recommending improvements for risk management.
- Implemented enhanced surveillance measures, increasing overall site security and response time.
- Led emergency response drills, fostering preparedness among team members for potential threats.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Directed guests around building and answered accessibility questions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Prevented theft and vandalism by maintaining a visible presence and closely monitoring surveillance cameras.
- Monitored alarm systems to detect any unauthorized entries into protected areas.
- Prevented crimes by immediately reporting all unusual, unauthorized, and illegal activity on premises.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Department of Veterans Affairs
Montrose, NY
01.2010 - 06.2011
- Assessed client needs to develop tailored vocational rehabilitation plans.
- Facilitated workshops on job readiness and career development strategies.
- Coordinated with community resources to enhance client support services.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted rehabilitation plans as necessary.
- Provided individual counseling to address barriers to employment success.
- Trained new staff on rehabilitation practices and department policies.
- Led initiatives to improve service delivery and client engagement outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care transition processes.
- Advocated for reasonable accommodations, supporting clients in overcoming workplace barriers.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in counseling sessions, fostering growth and positive change in clients'' lives.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Conducted labor market research to better inform clients of potential career opportunities.
- Supported clients during both pre-employment preparation and post-placement adjustment periods for long-term success in the workforce.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive client support and improved outcomes.
Teaching Assistant/ Security &Detention, Clerical
Ossining School District
Ossining, NY
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with curriculum standards.
- Supported classroom management by implementing positive behavior reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
- Contributed to school events and activities, fostering community involvement and student engagement.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials
Probationary Police Officer
New York City Police Department
New York, NY
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in law enforcement tactics, technologies, and legal updates.
- Utilized knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, procedures to enforce public order consistently and fairly.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
The School of Visual Arts
New York, NY06.1984
Associate of Arts - Literature And Communications
Pace University
Pleasantville12-1980
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Multi line switchboard
- Responsible for the entire school district clerical support
Accomplishments
- Earned certification in teaching assistant and maintained security licence.
- Observed students and documented social, emotional, motor skill, and intellectual developments.
Timeline
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Department of Veterans Affairs
01.2010 - 06.2011
Teaching Assistant
Tarrytown School DIstrict
09.2008 - 06.2016
Unarmed Security Officer
Allied Barton Security/Effective Security/Spectraguard
01.1991 - 01.2015
Teaching Assistant/ Security &Detention, Clerical
Ossining School District
Probationary Police Officer
New York City Police Department
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
The School of Visual Arts
Associate of Arts - Literature And Communications
Pace University