Serafina D'AgneseFodera
Carmel,NY
Summary
Dedicated Teacher's Assistant skilled in classroom management and academic support. Delivered effective communication and positive behavior guidance, ensuring students remained focused and engaged. Recent graduate equipped with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience, ready to contribute to team success in Social Work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Green Chimneys Children's Services
Brewster, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Support classroom instruction by reinforcing lesson plans and adapting activities for diverse learning needs.
- Monitor student behavior and redirected disruptions using consistent positive support strategies.
- Assist lead teacher with daily routines, transitions, and classroom organization.
- Document student progress and shared observations with instructional and support staff.
- Maintain safe, structured learning environment aligned with behavioral expectations.
- Guide students through assignments, promoting independence, focus, and task completion.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
- Ensure the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
Volunteer Intern Through WCSU
Westchester Jewish Community Center
Yorktown Heights, NY
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted with community programs, ensuring smooth delivery and responsive participant support.
- Supported program staff with daily activities, participant engagement, and event preparation.
- Coordinated administrative tasks, maintaining accurate records and organized project files.
- Updated schedules, communications, and tracking documents for consistent team alignment.
Internship Through WCSU
New Fairfield Senior Center
New Fairfield, CT
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Demonstrated self-motivation by completing tasks independently and efficiently.
- Successfully managed tasks in busy environments to meet team goals.
- Balanced independent work with teamwork to achieve common objectives.
- Acquired new skills rapidly to adjust to changing work conditions.
Veterinary Assistant
Bali Veterinary Clinic Home Service
Carmel, NY
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted veterinarians with home-service examinations, vaccinations, and basic treatment procedures.
- Restrained pets safely during consultations, injections, and sample collection.
- Recorded patient histories, treatment notes, and follow-up instructions accurately.
- Prepared medical supplies, instruments, and mobile kits for field appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05-2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Academic support
- Special needs support
- One-on-one support
- Supervising student activities
- Teacher collaboration
- Effective communication
- Computer skills
- Growth mindset
- Special needs support
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Green Chimneys Children's Services
05.2024 - Current
Volunteer Intern Through WCSU
Westchester Jewish Community Center
02.2023 - 04.2024
Internship Through WCSU
New Fairfield Senior Center
03.2022 - 04.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Bali Veterinary Clinic Home Service
01.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Western Connecticut State University
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Westchester Community College