Sarah Lambert
Summary
Certified New York State Teacher Assistant with extensive experience in general and special education school settings. Skilled in supporting students with autism and developmental disabilities, delivering academic and behavioral assistance, and facilitating Individualized Education Program goals. Expertise in classroom management and student progress monitoring to enhance individual learning outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Teacher Assistant
Adapt Community Network
04.2024 - Current
- Provide individualized instructional and behavioral support to students with autism and developmental disabilities in a structured special education environment.
- Support implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and reinforce academic, communication, social-emotional, and functional skill goals.
- Use positive behavior support and reinforcement strategies to increase student engagement, self-regulation, independence, and successful classroom participation.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, behavioral professionals, and interdisciplinary team members to provide consistent, individualized student support.
- Facilitate one-on-one and small-group learning while collecting accurate documentation of student performance, behavior, attendance, and progress.
Guest Teacher
Kokua Education
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Facilitated classroom instruction across various grade levels and subject areas by implementing established lesson plans and meeting learning objectives.
- Facilitated classroom instruction across various grade levels and subject areas by implementing established lesson plans and meeting learning objectives.
- Adjusted instructional strategies to accommodate diverse grade levels and learning styles, enhancing student support while following lesson plans.
- Led classrooms independently during teacher absence, ensuring continuity of established routines and structured learning.
Literacy Specialist
New York Edge
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Designed and implemented literacy-focused curriculum for students in grades 1–5 targeting reading comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and foundational literacy skills.
- Assessed student literacy development through ongoing observation and performance monitoring to identify improvement areas and inform instruction
- Developed lessons and literacy activities to enhance reading skills for students at varying levels
- Evaluated curriculum effectiveness and recommended instructional adjustments to enhance program outcomes and boost student achievement
Child Care Youthworker
Common Point Queens Sam Field Center
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Supervised children in grades K–8 while promoting a safe, structured, and positive environment.
- Organized and led recreational, arts, and enrichment activities to foster participation, creativity, and social development.
- Supported students with homework and after-school activities, promoting independence and positive peer interactions.
- Documented attendance, incidents, and daily program activities, ensuring accurate program records.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hunter College, City University of New York
New York, NY01-2024
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Special education strategies
- Behavior support
- Student assessment
- Literacy Instruction
- Curriculum development
- Lesson Implementation
- Group instruction
- Data documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Classroom leadership
Volunteer
- Reading Tutor, Reading Partners, 2024
- Back to School Supply Drive, Living By Faith Church, 2024
Certification
- New York State Certified Teacher Assistant
Timeline
Guest Teacher
Kokua Education
05.2024 - 08.2024
Certified Teacher Assistant
Adapt Community Network
04.2024 - Current
Literacy Specialist
New York Edge
03.2022 - 08.2023
Child Care Youthworker
Common Point Queens Sam Field Center
09.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hunter College, City University of New York