Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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References
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Roxanna Deschamps

Roxanna Deschamps

Yonkers

Summary

Dedicated education professional with a strong background in individualized instruction and classroom management. Enhance student engagement and academic growth through effective communication and behavior intervention strategies. Foster supportive learning environments and cultivate strong relationships with students and parents.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Teacher

Cooke School & Institute
New York
09.2020 - Current


• Assist Head Teacher in presenting activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social, intellectual,
and physical development of all students
• Assist with the administration of initial and ongoing assessments
• Assist with observations of students to determine their leaning style and needs in order to help modify and
individualize instruction
• Supervise student activities to ensure safety at all times
• Help to develop Progress Reports consistent with the curriculum guides appropriate for the needs of their
students
• Assist in creating weekly lesson plans and activities
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, materials and resources
• Provide instruction or remediation in an engaging and interesting manner
Planning and Record Keeping
• Assist in the planning and preparing of the learning environment, setting up interest centers and preparing
needed materials and supplies
• Participate in the development of Progress Reports
• Maintain daily/weekly observations/anecdotals on each student, including descriptive records of class
behaviors and interventions and examples of each students class work
• Assist with establishment of portfolios for each student
Classroom Organization and Management
• Assist in the planning and implementation of a daily program under the direction of the Head Teacher
• Implement behavioral plans with integrity and consistency
• Assist in creating and maintaining a nurturing, supportive environment
• Assist with the management of student portfolios
• Assist in organizing furniture, materials and resources in an inviting and safe manner
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General Professional Responsibilities
• Assume the responsibility of the head teacher when he/she is not present
• Initiate and fosters good working relationship with head teacher, paraprofessionals, related service
providers, and regular educators, and site administrators
• Attend and participate in site and school wide meetings and training programs
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
• Arrive at school and meetings promptly and be prepared for the days responsibilities
• Demonstrate courtesy and support to students, colleagues, and administrators, and parents
• Utilize supervisor for guidance, discussion, collaboration, professional and self-growth
• Develop professional growth goals with supervisor and create and implement a plan to reach the agreed
upon goals

  • Supported lead teachers in developing individualized education plans for students.
  • Assisted with classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment.
  • Coordinated communication between parents and staff regarding student progress.

Community Inclussion Assistant

Cooke School & Institute
New York
09.2017 - Current
  • Providing explicit, individualized instruction in work-readiness skill development in a 1:1 or small group session
  • Completing task analyses of student job tasks and developing individualized instructional materials
  • Supporting additional vocational services, such as student interest assessment, placement matching, and goal setting
  • Documenting student progress towards work-readiness skills on initial and final assessment reports, keeping accurate documentation and meeting all required deadlines
  • Reporting to each designated internship site on time and providing timely feedback to internship hosts specific to student accommodation needs, calendar changes, attendance, etc.
  • Assisting students in establishing a daily routine and schedule for work
  • Modeling and coaching students on appropriate work-related behaviors
  • Instructing students in strategies to improve work performance (speed, accuracy, complexity, etc.) as determined by specific learning needs
  • Providing information to the instructional and transition teams for the development of student transition plans and progress reports
  • Assisting with transitioning students for dismissal and after-school
  • Any other duties deemed necessary by the Administration to ensure that the vision, mission, and values are supported

Paraprofessional

Cooke School & Institute
New York
11.2015 - Current

Supervise an individual student or small group of students during specific activities as directed by the classroom
teacher and/or consultant teacher or site administrator as per the teacher’s lesson plan
• Assist in transitioning students from one activity to another
• Assist in creating activities for students with the support of the professional members of the team
• Provide students with appropriate support for success in their community experiences and/or at their job sites
Assessment and Instruction
• Demonstrate patience, flexibility and initiative in working with all students
• Assist with the organization of materials used for initial and ongoing assessments
Classroom Organization and Management
• Assist in the implementation of a consistent daily routine
• Implement behavior plans with integrity and consistency
• Maintain daily/weekly observations/anecdotes on students as requested
• Assist in creating and maintaining a nurturing, supportive environment
• Assist with the management of student portfolios
• Assist in organizing furniture, materials and resources in an inviting and safe manner
General Professional Responsibilities
• Initiate and foster good working relationships with Head Teacher, Paraprofessionals, Related Service Providers,
regular Educators, and Site Administrators
• Attend and participate in Cooke School meetings and training programs
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
• Arrive at school and meetings promptly and be prepared for the day’s responsibilities
• Demonstrate courtesy and support to students, colleagues, administrators, and parents
• Utilize supervisor for guidance, discussion, collaboration, professional and self-growth
• Develop professional growth goals with supervisor and create and implement a plan to reach the agreed upon goals

  • Assisted teachers in classroom activities and lesson preparations.
  • Supported students with special needs during individual and group sessions.
  • Managed classroom materials and maintained organized learning environments.

Bookeeper

Capex Educational company
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and daily financial entries to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable for educational programs.
  • Processed payroll for staff and instructors accurately each pay period.
  • Maintained financial records using QuickBooks software effectively.

Advertising sales

Editora Listin Diario
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Sold advertising space to businesses and individuals, driving revenue growth.
  • Contacted potential clients, delivered sales presentations, and managed client accounts to build long-term relationships.
  • Maintained records of all activities related to advertising sales.
  • Coordinated with advertising sales teams to maximize revenue potential of the program.
  • Boosted advertising sales by devising and deploying successful marketing approaches.

Sales Executive

Associated Supermarket
New York
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Met and visited clients to establish business with the company and identify their needs in the educational fields.
  • Cultivated customer relationships to enhance shopping experience at local supermarket.
  • Coordinated product displays to attract customer attention and drive sales.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure stock availability and minimize shortages.

Executive Director

Fundacion Vanessa
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Collaborated with board of directors to develop strategic plans, enhancing organizational visibility and stakeholder engagement.
  • Directed fundraising initiatives to enhance community support for health programs.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to promote awareness of health issues.
  • Managed team of staff and volunteers to ensure effective program delivery.

Sponsorship Department Point person

Children International
01.2000 - 01.2007

Education

CPI & CPR -

Cooke School & Institute
New York, NY
08-2025

Professional announcer -

Escuela de locucion del cibao
Dominican Republic
01-2011

Customer service -

Infotep
Dominican Republic
01-2008

Bachelor of Marketing -

Universidad Tecnologica de Santiago
Dominican Republic
01-2003

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Instructional planning
  • Individualized instruction
  • Communication skills
  • Behavior intervention
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Academic development
  • Student rapport building
  • Skills development
  • Parent relations
  • Special education support
  • Parent-teacher communication

References

  • Hector Alba, 914-261-9592, Hectoralba1976@yahoo.com
  • Arlene Paloma, 201-370-3719, Arlenea1025@hotmail.com

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Cooke School & Institute
09.2020 - Current

Community Inclussion Assistant

Cooke School & Institute
09.2017 - Current

Paraprofessional

Cooke School & Institute
11.2015 - Current

Bookeeper

Capex Educational company
01.2014 - 01.2015

Advertising sales

Editora Listin Diario
01.2013 - 01.2014

Sales Executive

Associated Supermarket
01.2008 - 01.2013

Executive Director

Fundacion Vanessa
01.2000 - 01.2007

Sponsorship Department Point person

Children International
01.2000 - 01.2007

CPI & CPR -

Cooke School & Institute

Professional announcer -

Escuela de locucion del cibao

Customer service -

Infotep

Bachelor of Marketing -

Universidad Tecnologica de Santiago
Roxanna Deschamps