Michelle Nnebe
Hollis,NY
Summary
Passionate and motivated graduate of Communication Sciences and Disorders (BA) and Psychology (BA) looking to pursue a master's in speech and language pathology. Graduated in Fall 2022 and spent the past year working as a paraprofessional to gain experience working in a school setting. Skilled in collaborating with others to best address the emotional, intellectual, physical, and social needs of each student. Ready and willing to help students of all educational backgrounds grow and learn.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
New York City Department of Education
Queens, NY
12.2021 - Current
- Provided educational and emotional support to students with challenges such as cognitive and sensory impairments, ASD, behavioral and emotional disorders.
- Enforced schedules and routines alongside the teacher by leading daily activities and academic lessons.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educators in regarding student progress.
Child Mentor and Instructor
Queens College Big Buddy Program
New York
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Created innovative and educational lesson plans and activities to foster an engaging learning and mentoring experience for homeless children
- Provided guidance to children dealing with various life challenges and created a safe environment where they could freely foster their imaginative, cognitive, and social skills.
Child Care Provider (Summer)
Keep Empowering Youth Achievement Center
Saint Albans, NY
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented reading lessons to promote academic growth amongst children reading below grade level.
- Led and organized age-appropriate educational games and activities to help children understand mathematical concepts.
- Monitored children's playtime activities to ensure a safe environment during daily routines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY12.2022
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Educational Assistance (licensed)
Volunteer Experience
- Tutored high schoolers with difficulty in Chemisty, Trigonometry, and Physics.
- Facilitated canned food drives to help those in need during the winter months.
Accomplishments
- Macaulay Honors
- Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society
- David Franklin Bluford Education Award Recipient
Certification
- Teaching Assistant Level I License (NYCDOE)
Timeline
Child Mentor and Instructor
Queens College Big Buddy Program
12.2021 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional
New York City Department of Education
12.2021 - Current
Child Care Provider (Summer)
Keep Empowering Youth Achievement Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Queens College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Queens College of The City University of New York