Milagros Diaz
Manhattan,NY
Summary
Dynamic Educational Assistant Teacher from the Department of Education, skilled in classroom management and student motivation. Leveraged bilingual abilities and special education expertise to enhance student engagement and academic growth. Excelled in creating inclusive environments, evidenced by significant improvements in student self-regulation and participation. Regularly pursued professional development to apply cutting-edge strategies in instructional support. Dedicated Assistant Teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated through previous classroom experience. Compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing. Quick to jump in and help teacher with student or administrative needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant Teacher
Department Of Education
230 East 183rd Street
01.2006 - Current
- Increased student engagement by implementing hands-on learning activities and group projects.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided individualized support for students requiring extra help or needing academic accommodations.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Led small group instruction sessions, enabling more targeted teaching strategies and personalized attention for each student.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on educational trends and best practices, applying new knowledge directly into daily practice.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Promoted positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management techniques, resulting in decreased disruptions and increased focus on learning.
- Supported teachers in developing differentiated instruction to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Education
TESOL
Mercy University
1200 WATERS PL BRONX NY 05.2025
Skills
- Instructional support
- Student Motivation
- Leadership Qualities
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- English Language Learner Support
- Special Education
- Bilingual or Multilingual
- Child Abuse Prevention Training
- Early Childhood Education Experience
- Elementary Education Experience
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Understanding
- Small Group Instruction
- Behavior Modeling
- Classroom Management
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Educational Assistant Teacher
Department Of Education
01.2006 - Current
TESOL
Mercy University