Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Windham School District Summer Camps
References
Timeline
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Paula Antkowiak

Londonderry,NH

Summary

Trained professional, attentive to children's needs, and experienced in working with different ages. Dependable in following good safety practices, facility requirements, and parent wishes. Cares about student well-being and growth. Over 20 years of experience, and most recently working as an Administrative Assistant for a local high school in the attendance office.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Pinkerton Academy
Derry, NH
02.2025 - Current
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records..
  • Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
  • Created spreadsheets to track attendance and grades for students.
  • Ordered supplies and equipment needed by teachers or staff members.
  • Performed data entry into the school's computer systems.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately and timely submitted to appropriate departments or individuals.
  • Scheduled meetings and appointments for school personnel.
  • Provided administrative support to teachers, staff members, and students.

Paraprofessional

Windham School District
Windham , New Hampshire
08.2020 - 02.2024
  • Conducted reading and math interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher.
  • Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Prepared classroom materials and educational resources for daily lessons.
  • Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
  • Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.

Preschool/Lead Infant Teacher

Wee Care Learning Center
Windham , New Hampshire
08.2016 - 05.2020
  • Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
  • Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Encouraged children's curiosity and exploration through interactive learning activities.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss curriculum plans, student progress, and classroom management strategies.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum that meets state and national standards.
  • Provided individualized care and attention to each infant in the classroom.
  • Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
  • Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to support infant development.
  • Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Over The Rainbow Nursery School
Derry, New Hampshire
09.1999 - 05.2016
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
  • Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
  • Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Manchester Community College
Manchester, NH

Skills

  • Data entry
  • Spreadsheet creation
  • Meeting scheduling
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Office administration
  • Attendance record management
  • Self motivation
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Certified in early childhood education

Certification

  • Early Childhood Certificate 12/1999
  • CPR
  • First aid

Windham School District Summer Camps

  • Created weekly summer camp for ages kindergarten - third grade.
  • Themes such as Mad Scientist, Lets Get Messy with Arts and Crafts, Blast off into Summer to name a few.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Pinkerton Academy
02.2025 - Current

Paraprofessional

Windham School District
08.2020 - 02.2024

Preschool/Lead Infant Teacher

Wee Care Learning Center
08.2016 - 05.2020

Preschool Lead Teacher

Over The Rainbow Nursery School
09.1999 - 05.2016

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Manchester Community College

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