Romona E. Brown
Assistant Teacher
Floral Park,NY
Summary
As an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher, I am committed to empowering students to become confident and lifelong learners. My dedication to supporting students of all abilities, combined with my collaborative nature and innovative approach, makes me an ideal fit for a teaching position within NYC COE grades 1-6, where I can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education NYC
05.2019 - Current
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Worked with children individually or in small groups by providing basic instruction on reading writing, math, and other education related activities as assigned by teacher
- Assisted teachers with teaching new concepts or translating information for students to understand better, supervising students, and providing students with a positive, nurturing guide.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Head Teacher
Books And Rattles Daycare
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development
- Observed and evaluated children's performance, behavior and physical health
- Provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use both in learning activities and in imaginative play
- Prepared materials, classrooms, and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning and motor skill activities, and safety
- Identified children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discussed them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Teacher Assistant / Substitute
International Nursery School
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Licensed Childcare Provider
Self Employed
04.2004 - 09.2014
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Head Teacher
Stepping Stone Academy
09.2003 - 09.2004
- Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development
- Provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use both in learning activities and in imaginative play
- Prepared materials, classrooms, and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning and motor skill activities, and safety
- Identified children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discussed them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Summer School Teacher
The Learning Tree
06.2000 - 08.2003
- Developed and implemented activities to reinforce learning concepts.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Created and implemented curriculum and lesson plans to cover required material.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Head Teacher
Middleton Academy
09.2002 - 06.2003
- Taught basic skills such as coloring, shapes, number and letter recognition and social skills
- Provided a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use both in learning activities and in imaginative play
- Prepared materials, classrooms, and other indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, learning and motor skill activities, and safety
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Assistant Teacher
Allen Christian
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted children Individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teacher
- Provided extra assistance to students with special needs
Education
DOE File Number 1260823 - Dual Certification in General & Special Education
Department of Education
Teacher Internship Certificate: Grades 1-605.2024
M.B.A -
Touro College
New York, NY05.2024
Bachelor’s degree - undefined
City College of New York
New York, NY06.2021
Associate’s Degree - undefined
BMCC
New York, NY01.2010
Skills
- Safety Guidelines
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Educational Games
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Familiar with Fundations Learning Curriculum
- Class Coordination
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Group and Individual Instruction
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education NYC
05.2019 - Current
Head Teacher
Books And Rattles Daycare
09.2017 - 05.2019
Teacher Assistant / Substitute
International Nursery School
09.2014 - 06.2017
Licensed Childcare Provider
Self Employed
04.2004 - 09.2014
Head Teacher
Stepping Stone Academy
09.2003 - 09.2004
Head Teacher
Middleton Academy
09.2002 - 06.2003
Assistant Teacher
Allen Christian
09.2000 - 06.2002
Summer School Teacher
The Learning Tree
06.2000 - 08.2003
DOE File Number 1260823 - Dual Certification in General & Special Education
Department of Education
M.B.A -
Touro College
Bachelor’s degree - undefined
City College of New York
Associate’s Degree - undefined
BMCC
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