Monica Farina
Summary
Dedicated professional with proven expertise in classroom and behavior management, honed at Hellenic Classical Charter School. Radiates supportive and positive attitude, ideal for nurturing learning environment. Familiar with educational techniques and classroom management, coupled with skills in communication and organization. Committed to fostering inclusive and engaging educational experience for all students. My expertise in behavior management and commitment to positive reinforcements stand out as key achievements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Hellenic Classical Charter School
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised students during lunch breaks, recess, field trips, and other school-related events, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
- Assisted lead teacher in the monitoring of student progress and updating required documentation, ensuring accurate records for each learner.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with emerging trends in education and improve instructional effectiveness.
- Facilitated small-group instruction sessions targeting specific skill gaps among struggling learners for academic success.
- Provided one on one support for students requiring additional support in reading through a program called Reading Go.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Seton Foundation for Learning
10.2020 - 08.2023
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
- Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Paraprofessional
United Staffing Agency
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Oversaw student in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised student during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with student, parent, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored student safety during school outings, ensuring secure learning environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NYHigh School Diploma -
Susan Wagner High School
Staten Island, NY06-1995
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Student relations
- Time management
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Teamwork
- Helping students with special needs
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Punctual and dependable
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Hellenic Classical Charter School
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Seton Foundation for Learning
10.2020 - 08.2023
Paraprofessional
United Staffing Agency
07.2019 - 09.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
College of Staten Island
High School Diploma -
Susan Wagner High School
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