Rajendra Etwaru
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Educational professional prepared for impactful support roles in academic settings. Strong experience in classroom management, individualized student assistance, and instructional support. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to changing needs. Well-versed in fostering positive learning environments and effective communication with students and staff.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department of Education
Bronx, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in the classroom with kids aging from 5 to 18.
- Assisted in mostly D75 schools.
- Lesson planning with teachers.
- Creating curriculum for D75 school/classes.
- Supported instructional staff in implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Assisted in developing and adapting educational materials to enhance student engagement.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators to inform instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive service delivery for students with disabilities.
- Advocated for students' educational needs, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
School-Aide
Department of Education
Bronx, NY
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintain the hallways and keep them clear
- Filing attendance/scanning into system
- Filing lunch forms and school forms
- Organizing supplies
- Maintaining a calm and collective classroom
- Intervened when necessary to de-escalate conflicts between students or with staff.
- Provided additional support to struggling students in math, reading, and writing.
- Helped supervise recess times to ensure that all students were participating safely.
- Assisted classroom teachers with lesson preparation and materials organization.
- Prepared visual aids for classroom activities and assisted with audiovisual equipment setup.
- Conducted assessments of student needs in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Acted as a liaison between parents and guardians and teachers regarding student progress.
- Assisted with clerical tasks including filing documents, photocopying materials.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, and behavioral issues.
- Assisted in organizing extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Monitored student behavior in the hallways, cafeteria, and playgrounds.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educators, ensuring timely information sharing regarding student progress.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance, promoting adherence to school policies and procedures.
- Organized and supervised educational activities, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment for students.
- Trained new aides on classroom protocols and best practices, enhancing overall team performance and efficiency.
- Evaluated classroom strategies regularly, recommending adjustments to improve student engagement and academic outcomes.
- Contributed to a clean and organized learning environment through regular maintenance of classrooms and shared spaces.
- Promoted positive communication between parents and school staff, fostering strong partnerships in support of student success.
Assistant Director
East Side House
Bronx, NY
11.2020 - 05.2025
- Input attendance on a weekly basis
- Created multiple events around community
- Finding partnerships for programs
- Handling Mayor Action Program
- Dividing and managing budgeting throughout programs
- Dealing with special need kids and adults
- Managing a financial budget
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services rendered or products purchased.
- Oversaw employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations among all personnel.
- Coordinated activities between departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes in order to recommend improvements.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
- Coordinated faculty recruitment and hiring processes.
- Coordinated the hiring process for new staff members.
- Developed and implemented hiring processes for new employees.
- Devised and enforced hiring and termination procedures.
- DYCD Connect management
Activity Specialist
East Side House Settlement
The Bronx, NY
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Teach 15-25 middle school students daily in culinary arts, science, and robotics
- Maintain progress reports to track student records and improvement
- Develop lesson plans to engage students and promote efficient and effective learning material that is easily understandable
- Plan and assist with school-scheduled activities such as trips and events
- Trained and mentored junior staff in best practices for activity facilitation and participant engagement.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and adjusted activities accordingly.
- Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to safety protocols.
- Led workshops focused on skill development, promoting personal growth among participants.
Sales Associate
UNIQLO
Yonkers, NY
12.2017 - 12.2017
- $250 in cash register daily in relation to sales and returns procedures
- Handled stock inventory and organized paperwork for managers to maintain store order
- Communicated with and directed customers to maintain effective customer service
Education
High School Diploma -
Herbert H Lehman High School
The Bronx, NY06.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NYSkills
- Behavioral support
- Special education support
- Classroom supervision
- Technology proficiency
- Teacher collaboration
- Student needs support
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Microsoft Excel mastery
- Customer service
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Substitute Teaching Certification
- CPR Certification
- Teaching Certification Level 1
- Paraprofessional Certification
Languages
English
Personal Information
Driving License: Yes
Timeline
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department of Education
09.2025 - Current
School-Aide
Department of Education
10.2024 - 05.2025
Assistant Director
East Side House
11.2020 - 05.2025
Activity Specialist
East Side House Settlement
07.2019 - 11.2020
Sales Associate
UNIQLO
12.2017 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Herbert H Lehman High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Mercy University