Niesther Allen
Brooklyn
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities. I am passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds and I will bring my brilliant and energetic spirit to your organization which I believe with be of benefit to everyone.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Gersh Academy
Queens
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
Teacher's Assistant
Gersh Academy
Queens
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
- Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
Paraprofessional
Gersh Academy
Queens
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Daycare Worker
Beverly's Group Family Daycare
Queens
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Helped complete homework, school projects and chores.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
Education
Bachelor’s - Psychology
York College
New York, NY05.2021
High School Diploma - Science
Elmore Stoutt High School
British Virgin Islands 06.2014
Althea Scatliffe Primary School
British Virgin Islands06.2009
Skills
- Meal and snack preparation
- Exercise and outdoor activities
- Child Safety Procedures
- Behavior Management
- Follows directions
- Reliability
- Conflict Resolution
- Personable nature
- Decision-making
- Planning & organizing
- People skills
- Active listening
- Communication
- Organization
- Critical thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Behavioral/Cognitive Skills Development
- Motivating Students
- Classroom Management
References
Mrs. Jackie Green (Mentor) New York, USA Tel. 1-718-207-1666
Mr Pedro Gelabert (Pastor) New York, USA Tel. 1-347-732-2101
Mrs. Karen Tarricone (Principal of Gersh Academy ) New York, USA Tel. 1-585-986-4600
Ms. Kimberly Kennedy (Coworker-class teacher) New York, USA Tel. 1-631-662-5094
Interests
- Helping Kids and others
- Volunteering
- Cooking
- Traveling
- Photography
Additional Information
SHORT TERM ASSIGNMENT,
- 2012- National Honor Society Leadership Conference in Arizona
- 2013- Leeward Island Debating Competition
- 2014-Leeward Island Debating Competition
EXPERIENCES,
- Bookseller at a Barnes and Noble Bookstore (2016)
- Sales Associate at Charlotte Russe (2017)
- Sales Associate at DSW (2019)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Gersh Academy
03.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Gersh Academy
09.2022 - 03.2023
Paraprofessional
Gersh Academy
03.2021 - 09.2022
Daycare Worker
Beverly's Group Family Daycare
Bachelor’s - Psychology
York College
High School Diploma - Science
Elmore Stoutt High School
Althea Scatliffe Primary School