Patricia Esquivel Mercado
Staten Island,USA
Summary
Special Education specialist with expertise in fostering inclusive learning environments for diverse student populations. Proven ability to enhance academic and emotional development through tailored instruction. Skilled in Spanish communication to support engagement with families. Licensed in NYS Special Education Birth-2.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3-K Teacher
J & J Academy
Staten Island, NY
09.2019 - 06.2025
- Developed tailored lesson plans to enhance individual student learning.
- Facilitated engaging activities to promote cognitive and social development.
- Communicated effectively with parents to support student progress at home.
- Taught fundamental academic and life skills, including colors, shapes, and hygiene.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a supportive learning environment.
- Advised parents on student progress to support educational goals at home.
Pre-K Teacher
Ivy Prep Early Learning Center
Staten Island, NY
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Tracked individual student portfolios to monitor development and learning outcomes.
- Adapted instructional methods to cater to unique needs of each student.
- Supplied a range of materials for children to explore during structured and imaginative activities.
- Instructed students in essential academic concepts and daily living skills, such as social interactions.
- Implemented rules for behavior management and established order within the classroom.
- Communicated with parents regarding student performance to enhance home reinforcement strategies.
Executive Assistant
Allstate Insurance
Livingston, NY
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Delivered efficient administrative support to agency owner, enhancing overall productivity.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable by generating invoices and monthly statements for properties.
- Responded to internal and external inquiries through email and phone communications.
- Screened calls and directed inquiries to appropriate agents for prompt resolution.
- Organized calendars and arranged travel for agency owner and staff members.
- Executed clerical tasks including filing, faxing, typing, and scheduling appointments.
- Collaborated with loss prevention to maintain a safe, client-friendly environment.
- Compiled reports and analyzed financial data for informed decision-making.
Title 1 Teacher
Higher School Instructional Services
Brooklyn, NY
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Administered Title One assessments to evaluate student competency levels.
- Collaborated with instructional staff and community resources to enhance student outcomes.
- Advised parents on student progress to support academic goals at home.
- Developed strategies with stakeholders to achieve established program objectives.
Teacher
Holmdel Preschool
Holmdel, NJ
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Provided diverse materials and resources to encourage exploration in learning activities and imaginative play.
- Attended to children's basic needs, including feeding and dressing.
- Taught foundational skills such as color, shape, number, and letter recognition, along with hygiene and social skills.
- Established and enforced behavioral rules and procedures to maintain order.
- Read books to entire classes and small groups to foster literacy development.
- Organized and led activities promoting physical, mental, and social growth through games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips.
Executive Assistant
Rapid Realty Franchise LLC
Brooklyn, NY
07.2006 - 11.2014
- Delivered efficient administrative support to CEO, enhancing organizational effectiveness.
- Planned and scheduled meetings while responding to inquiries via email and phone.
- Organized employee work schedules to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Performed clerical tasks, including filing, faxing, typing, and scheduling appointments.
- Attracted tenants by advertising vacancies and conducting property showings.
- Maintained building systems through contracted maintenance services and oversight of repairs.
- Enforced occupancy policies by addressing violations promptly and effectively.
- Executed tenant contracts by negotiating leases and managing security deposits and rent collection.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education Birth-2
Touro University
05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education 1-6
CUNY College of Staten Island
05.2008
Skills
- Smartboard proficiency
- Google Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- Multicultural communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
NYS Special Education B-2nd Licensed, 2024
Timeline
3-K Teacher
J & J Academy
09.2019 - 06.2025
Pre-K Teacher
Ivy Prep Early Learning Center
02.2017 - 06.2019
Executive Assistant
Allstate Insurance
05.2015 - 12.2016
Title 1 Teacher
Higher School Instructional Services
12.2014 - 06.2015
Teacher
Holmdel Preschool
06.2014 - 12.2014
Executive Assistant
Rapid Realty Franchise LLC
07.2006 - 11.2014
Master of Education - Special Education Birth-2
Touro University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education 1-6
CUNY College of Staten Island
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