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Paula Trombetta

Adjunct Professor
New York Mills,NY
Paula Trombetta

Summary

Highly effective teacher with thirty years in public education and four years in postsecondary education. Dedicated and engaging university based teacher educator. Strong interpersonal skills and expertise in special education; demonstrated aptitude for mentoring, supervision, and organization. Experience integrating video assessment tools into curriculum delivery systems such as Panopto and LiveText. Committed to fostering the academic progress of each and every student. Advocate for inclusion, diversity, and equity for all individuals.

Overview

42
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Utica University

Adjunct Lecturer, College of Education
02.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Evaluate new teachers' classroom performance, provide guidance and mentoring, and conduct regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Document observations regarding culturally responsive-sustaining education, lesson planning, content delivery, classroom management, and student engagement.
  • Serve as a liaison between the student teacher, cooperating teacher, and district administrators.
  • Utilize a variety of learning modalities and support materials to create meaningful and rich student teacher assignments.
  • Complete all required reports and assessments and provide timely feedback through asynchronous communication.
  • Utilize distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
  • Deliver presentations in student classrooms using PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology.
  • Attend supervisory meetings, forums, and seminars to continually enhance my ability to guide the teaching and learning experience.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students.

Utica City School District

Special Education Teacher
10.1990 - 11.2019

Job overview

  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning goals and objectives, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
  • Co-taught and modified the general education curriculum for special needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engaged students.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Developed a mindfulness curriculum to respond to the development of trauma-informed classrooms.

Oneida County ARC

Resident Manager
10.1985 - 10.1990

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented comprehensive individualized treatment plans for special needs clients in a residential setting.
  • Addressed the behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident interpersonal and social skills.
  • Delivered frequent summaries on resident progression and regression to provide recommendations towards a treatment plan for success.
  • Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.
  • Collaborated with case managers to maintain continuity of care and to provide referrals to treatment programs.

Utica City School District

Certified Teacher Assistant
09.1981 - 09.1985

Job overview

  • Partnered with the teacher to plan and implement lessons following the school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to the teacher.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lesson plans and activity stations.
  • Copied, organized, and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.

Education

College of St. Rose
Albany, NY

Master of Science from Special Education
08.1997

Utica College
Utica, NY

Bachelor of Science from Psychology/Child Life Therapy
05.1981

SUNY Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY

Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
05.1979

University Overview

  • Dean's List 1977–1979
  • Honor Roll Phi Theta Kappa

Skills

  • Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education
  • Teacher Performance Assessment
  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Assessment Software
  • Mindfulness Training
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Classroom Management
  • Restorative Justice

Certification

  • Certified Health Coach, Dr. Sears Wellness Institute, 02/24/2020


  • Special Education, Public School Teacher Certification, (Permanent) State of New York, 09/01/1997


  • Nursery, Kindergarten, Grades 1-6, Public School Teacher Certification (Permanent) State of New York, 02/01/01

Timeline

Adjunct Lecturer, College of Education

Utica University
02.2020 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Utica City School District
10.1990 - 11.2019

Resident Manager

Oneida County ARC
10.1985 - 10.1990

Certified Teacher Assistant

Utica City School District
09.1981 - 09.1985

College of St. Rose

Master of Science from Special Education

Utica College

Bachelor of Science from Psychology/Child Life Therapy

SUNY Cobleskill

Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education

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