Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Languages
Work Preference
Timeline
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Monica Bissainthe

Monica Bissainthe

19110 NW 7th Ave, Miami,FL

Summary

Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Monica has been recognized for motivating and mentoring students to exceed and excel in reaching academic and personal goals. She is a polished presenter who can facilitate lessons comprehensively, provide individualized instruction for students and assess and record student progress. She is well versed and knowledgeable about best teaching practices and methodologies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Educator/Program Coordinator

Urgent Inc
08.2018 - Current
  • Teaching children academic skills, technical skills and employability skills while facilitating student learning and assisting them in utilizing wholistic health (Mind, body and soul)
  • Test Administration
  • Entrepreneurial Instruction
  • Homework Assistance
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.

Lead Camp Counselor

Urgent Inc.
06.2019 - Current
  • Organized camp check-in and check-out procedures for smooth flow.
  • Supervised food service staff and coordinated state documentation for timely food program reimbursements.
  • Managed camp according to best practices in youth development and experiential education.
  • Maintained camp programming in line with needs and interests of campers.
  • Acted as a liaison between parents/guardians and the rest of the camp staff during check-in/check-out days or whenever concerns arose regarding their child''s welfare.
  • Led group sessions focused on fostering teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills among campers.
  • Trained new counselors in best practices for leading groups, creating inclusive environments, and managing behavioral concerns among campers.
  • Organized memorable events such as talent shows, sports competitions, and themed parties that contributed to an unforgettable summer experience for all involved.

Ambassador/ Alumni Ambassador

URGENT Inc, Rites of Passage Media Project
10.2014 - Current

A youth empowerment program that creates a safe environment for youth and positively influences youth in communities through arts and media to encourage others to contradict the social injustices in their environment.

  • Peer Health Educator
  • Art Museum Docent
  • Career Development training
  • Curatorial Experience
  • Photographer, Director, Editor of award winning short films, podcast, music albums and poetry books
  • Strengthened systematic relations by organizing, presenting at and attending various cultural exchange workshops and events.
  • Visual/ Contemporary Artist
  • Fall and spring photography exhibitionist

Host/Spokesperson/Panelist

Youth Economic Development Conference
06.2017 - 08.2022
  • Presented at funders V.I.P breakfast
  • Led the welcoming/opened the conference of 2020
  • Discussed intergenerational conflicts and misunderstandings within our generation
  • Held/ Moderated teen talk radio shows and podcasts

Education

Associate - Arts, Pre-Occupational Therapy -

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
05.2021

High school diploma -

Miami Edison Senior High School
Miami, FL
05.2017

Skills

  • Google Drive, Docs, Slides and Canva
  • Public Speaking
  • Photography/ Videography/ Directing
  • Event coordination
  • Curation/ Docent
  • Social media management
  • Strategy development
  • Community relations
  • Schedule coordination
  • Administrative recordkeeping
  • Curriculum development & Implementation
  • Classroom management
  • Child Development
  • Lesson planning
  • Team leadership
  • Community relations
  • Schedule coordination
  • Administrative recordkeeping
  • Curriculum development
  • Technology integration
  • Curriculum implementation

References

References available upon request.

Certification

  • HIPAA
  • CPR/ First Aid Certified
  • Intro to homework assistance
  • Effective Behavioral management
  • Child Growth and Development
  • Child Care Facilities Rules and Regulations
  • Health, Safety and Nutrition
  • Identifying child Abuse and neglect
  • Discovering Inclusion
  • Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices
  • School-Age Appropriate Practices
  • Florida Public School contractor
  • SEL Outcome K-12

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeInternship

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureCareer advancementWork-life balance

Timeline

Lead Camp Counselor

Urgent Inc.
06.2019 - Current

Technical Educator/Program Coordinator

Urgent Inc
08.2018 - Current

Host/Spokesperson/Panelist

Youth Economic Development Conference
06.2017 - 08.2022

Ambassador/ Alumni Ambassador

URGENT Inc, Rites of Passage Media Project
10.2014 - Current

Associate - Arts, Pre-Occupational Therapy -

Miami Dade College

High school diploma -

Miami Edison Senior High School
Monica Bissainthe