Sarah Mastalski
Dennisville,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Preschool Paraprofessional with a proven track record at Dennis Township School District, enhancing early literacy and fostering social development. Expert in classroom organization and implementing creative curriculum. I significantly improved classroom management and student engagement through innovative strategies and positive reinforcement by using the Pyramid Model.
I am very organized and dependable with success at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Proactive and caring worker with over 8 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully i can handle day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
My goal is to seek and maintain a full-time position that offers a warm and caring team orientated supported environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Paraprofessional
Dennis Township School District
02.2021 - Current
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Promoted early literacy skills by integrating storytime sessions and phonics-based activities into daily lessons.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behavior and reinforce desired outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities, minimizing downtime and keeping students engaged throughout the day.
- Served as a positive role model for students by consistently demonstrating patience, respectfulness, and enthusiasm towards learning experiences.
- Participated actively in ongoing professional development workshops to enhance knowledge of best practices in early childhood education.
- Supported children''s emotional development through compassionate listening and empathetic communication strategies.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Preschool Paraprofessional
Lower Township Elementary School
09.2015 - 03.2020
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Fostered a love for learning in young students by introducing age-appropriate educational games, puzzles, and interactive materials.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities, minimizing downtime and keeping students engaged throughout the day.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behavior and reinforce desired outcomes.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Served as a positive role model for students by consistently demonstrating patience, respectfulness, and enthusiasm towards learning experiences.
- Implemented accommodations for students with special needs, collaborating closely with specialized staff members to ensure equal access to curriculum materials.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJNo Degree - Business Management
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJHigh School Diploma -
Middle Township High School
Cape May Court House, NJ06.2005
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Creative Curriculum Implementation
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Timeline
Preschool Paraprofessional
Dennis Township School District
02.2021 - Current
Preschool Paraprofessional
Lower Township Elementary School
09.2015 - 03.2020
No Degree - Business Management
Centenary University
No Degree - Business Management
Atlantic Cape Community College
High School Diploma -
Middle Township High School
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