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Narada Watson

Schenectady

Summary

Dedicated teaching assistant with a mindful approach to supporting students of various learning levels and backgrounds. Proactively steps in to positively impact student learning and teacher wellbeing through timely support. Known for reliability in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials to enhance the learning environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

Schenectady City School District
09.2024 - Current


  • Help teacher prepare instructional material.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Offer student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Maintain positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Support teacher in development of individual learning strategies.

Facility Supervisor

SP Plus
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided technical support for equipment installation and repair processes.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the facility grounds and equipment for safety compliance.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, purchases, expenses.
  • Established policies and procedures related to facility operations including health and safety protocols.
  • Managed and supervised a team of five facility workers responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the premises.
  • Assisted with training new employees on tasks related to their job duties.

Home Health Aide

Freedom Care
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate emergency procedures.
  • Offered companionship and emotional support to clients while assisting with daily tasks.
  • Responded to client requests in a timely and compassionate manner.
  • Maintained confidentiality regarding patient information at all times in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Building Services Team Leader

St. Mary's Hospital for Children
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in order to minimize risk.
  • Maintained records of daily activities, staff schedules and equipment inventories.
  • Updated policies and procedures related to building services operations in order to keep up with changing industry trends.
  • Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels; placed orders when necessary while adhering to budgetary constraints.
  • Supervised and coordinated the operations of a building services team, ensuring efficient delivery of all services.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facility grounds, buildings and systems; addressed any deficiencies or hazards promptly.

Building Services Supervisor

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day work of Building Services (Housekeeping and Linen)
  • Maintained records of daily activities, staff schedules and equipment inventories.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facility grounds, buildings and systems; addressed any deficiencies or hazards promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in order to minimize risk.
  • Responded quickly to emergency requests from tenants or visitors; assessed situation accurately before taking action.

Service Aide \ Supervisor

Queens Hospital Center
01.2003 - 01.2017
  • Strip and wax floors, clean patient rooms and common areas.
  • Assist the Administrator on Duty with any and all task.
  • Collaborated effectively with other departments within the organization.
  • Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with customers and colleagues.
  • Created detailed reports for management review.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document processing efficiently.

Education

Master Certified Automotive Technology Program -

Lincoln Technical Institute
01.2011

High School Diploma - undefined

Northwest Halifax High School
Littleton, NC
01.1998

Skills

  • Administrative Management
  • Effective communication
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Relationship building
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom support
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior redirection
  • Individual student assistance
  • Teacher support and collaboration

Certification

  • Teaching Assistant Level I Certification- 1/08/25
  • TCIS Certification - 9/25/24
  • NY School Violence Certification - 8/9/24
  • Identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment Certitfication - 8/9/24

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

Schenectady City School District
09.2024 - Current

Facility Supervisor

SP Plus
03.2022 - 08.2023

Home Health Aide

Freedom Care
08.2021 - 08.2023

Building Services Team Leader

St. Mary's Hospital for Children
01.2019 - 01.2020

Building Services Supervisor

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation
01.2017 - 01.2018

Service Aide \ Supervisor

Queens Hospital Center
01.2003 - 01.2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Northwest Halifax High School

Master Certified Automotive Technology Program -

Lincoln Technical Institute
Narada Watson