Nancy Santarpia
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Dedicated ESE Pre-K Paraprofessional at Polk County School Board, skilled in fostering child development through creative curriculum implementation and effective behavior management. Known for building strong relationships with families and providing tailored support to diverse learners, ensuring a positive and engaging classroom environment. Strong communicator with a commitment to student success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE Pre-K Paraprofessional
Polk County School Board
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted in implementing daily educational activities to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Supported lead teachers by preparing classroom materials and organizing resources for lessons.
- Observed student interactions to identify individual needs and provide tailored support.
- Collaborated with educators to maintain a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Monitored student behavior, ensuring compliance with classroom rules and fostering respect among peers.
- Engaged with parents during drop-off and pick-up times, promoting open communication regarding student progress.
- Implemented effective behavior management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused classroom environment.
- Developed strong relationships with families through regular communication on their child''s growth and progress in the program.
- Assisted students with diverse abilities, providing extra support and one-on-one attention when needed.
- Maintained accurate attendance records, tracking absences or tardiness while adhering to school policies.
- Utilized creative methods to teach basic literacy and numeracy skills, ensuring a strong foundation for future learning success.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the day, minimizing downtime and maximizing instructional time.
Medical Receptionist
Brook Island Pediatrics
07.2004 - 08.2011
- Managed patient check-in and registration processes to ensure efficient workflow.
- Scheduled appointments using electronic health record systems, optimizing staff availability.
- Assisted in handling patient inquiries, providing accurate information regarding services and policies.
- Coordinated insurance verification and billing processes to facilitate timely reimbursements.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY12.2024
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Child-centered approach
- Classroom organization
- Gross motor skills development
- Positive reinforcement
- Fine motor skills development
- Observation and assessment
- Parent communication
- Age-appropriate activities
- Child development
- Resourcefulness and initiative
- Special needs support
- Visual and auditory learning
- Creative curriculum implementation
- Social-emotional learning
- Language development
- Health and safety
- Curriculum planning
- Lesson implementation
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational and planning skills
- Classroom management
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Relationship building
- Caring and empathetic demeanor
- Communicating with parents and teachers
- Supervising classroom activities
- Flexible work schedule
- Behavior management
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Computer and Microsoft office skills
- Professionalism
- Record keeping
- Differentiated instruction
- Written communication
- Coordinating with teachers and specialists
- Instructional support
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Lesson planning and preparation
- Student assessment
- Data analysis
- Cultural sensitivity
- Professional demeanor
- Early childhood training
- Classroom maintenance and inventory
- Individualized education planes
- Reinforcing learning concepts
- School policy and rules enforcement
Languages
English
Timeline
ESE Pre-K Paraprofessional
Polk County School Board
09.2020 - Current
Medical Receptionist
Brook Island Pediatrics
07.2004 - 08.2011
Early Childhood Education
Kingsborough Community College
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