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Michelle Swartz

Levittown,NY

Summary

Exceptional, friendly and energetic leader and Licensed Childcare Director for 26 years. Provided care for up to 20 children ages 8 weeks to 5 years old in loving and secure environment that fosters learning and creativity. Provided operational guidance and manages and supports 11 staff to deliver superior performance and team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Maintained NYS licensing requirements and meets compliance standards. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. Currently working in the Bethpage School District as a Certified Level 1 Teaching Assistant.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Teaching Assistant

Bethpage School District
Bethpage, NY
11.2021 - Current
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Worked under direction of licensed teacher in and outside of classroom.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
  • Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
  • Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
  • Assisted students with various needs from putting on coats to go outside to reviewing homework assignments.

Instructional Aide

Islip School District
Islip, N.Y.
12.2020 - 11.2021
  • Assess student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
  • Keep classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Provide support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
  • Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Hand out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
  • Work directly with students in terms of instruction under the supervision of a Teacher or Librarian.
  • Monitor student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.

Day Care Director

SCOPE
Smithtown, NY
08.1994 - 06.2020
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Offered top-notch care to 20+ children at once, ranging in age from 8 weeks to 5 years.
  • Managed safety and security of all children under care.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children, including updating attendance and requesting new supplies.
  • Supervised a staff of 11 child care employees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education N-6

SUNY Old Westbury
Old Westbury
05.1993

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY
05.1991

Skills

  • Teaching
  • Scheduling
  • Care Planning
  • Team Leader
  • Organizing
  • Staff management
  • Data Entry
  • Administrative Support
  • Experience performing clerical duties
  • Employee time-sheet processing

Timeline

Certified Teaching Assistant

Bethpage School District
11.2021 - Current

Instructional Aide

Islip School District
12.2020 - 11.2021

Day Care Director

SCOPE
08.1994 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education N-6

SUNY Old Westbury

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

SUNY Farmingdale

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