Stephanie Monaghan
Putnam Valley,NY
Summary
Compassionate and diligent professional with experience supporting children and families across both volunteer and community-based settings. Skilled in building trusting relationships, facilitating safe and engaging environments, and responding to individual needs with empathy and cultural sensitivity. Strong communicator with a commitment to client advocacy, trauma-informed care, and holistic support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TEACHER'S AIDE
PNW BOCES
Yorktown Heights, NY
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Implement behavior management strategies to maintain a focused, productive classroom atmosphere, while documenting student performance, behavior, and accommodations to ensure compliance with district policies.
- Maintain accurate daily records of student behavior, including incidents of aggression, bathroom use, and other care-related data, to support individualized care plans and team communication.
- Provide one-on-one support for students with special needs during academic tasks, ensuring understanding and completion of assignments.
- Encourage learning and focus by adapting to individual needs, including the use of fidget tools, and sensory supports.
- Reinforce positive behaviors through consistent praise and clear expectations, reducing disruptive incidents within the classroom setting.
- Support students during non-academic times, such as lunch, recess, and transitions between classes, ensuring safety and appropriate behavior.
SEASONAL PARK RANGER
Westchester County Police Department
Westchester County, NY
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Worked 1:1 with Westchester County Police and received formal police training.
- Executed direct orders from police officers with accuracy and reliability in high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated emergency medical responses by promptly contacting headquarters for ambulance dispatch in aided cases.
- Accurately document critical information during emergency incidents.
- Effectively managed conflicts, disputes, and deescalated situations with professionalism and composure.
- Assisted patrons in resolving complaints and negative experiences through empathetic and solution-oriented communication.
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Goldfish Swim School
Yorktown Heights, NY
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Demonstrated proper technique for each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
- Ensured that swimmers followed pool rules and regulations at all times.
- Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.
- Developed strategies for challenging behaviors exhibited by students during lessons.
- Monitored swimmers' progress throughout their time as a student in order to evaluate their abilities accurately.
DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM SEASONAL INTERN
Walt Disney Company
Orlando, FL
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Followed company policies, rules, and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
- I initiated a friendly conversation with guests to determine the level of assistance required, where I received many glowing comments of recognition.
- Maintained friendly, outgoing personality to promote positive work environment and build customer loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NYHigh School Diploma -
Putnam Valley High School
Putnam Valley, NYSkills
- Verbal and written communication
- Small group and individual assistance
- Classroom management
- Progress monitoring
Certification
- Opiate Overdose Certified
- New York State Teaching Assistant Certification
Volunteer Experience
Life Church, Mamaroneck, NY (01/2025-11/30/2025)
- Coordinate weekly classroom volunteer schedules for the "Jump" classroom in the children's ministry (age 4-5) to ensure adequate coverage and smooth operations.
- Lead and teach engaging, age-appropriate lessons to children about the Bible, fostering a positive and welcoming environment.
- Mentor new volunteers and help maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment.
- Build relationships with children through interactive play and storytelling.
- Assist in preparing and serving meals at local soup kitchens to support underserved community members.
- Provide compassionate, respectful service to individuals experiencing homelessness and food insecurity.
- Collaborate with church volunteers to ensure efficient meal distribution and a welcoming environment.
Girls Scouts, Putnam Valley, NY (09/2007-03/2020)
- Participated in leadership development, community service projects, and team-based activities.
- Collaborated with peers and adult mentors to complete service initiatives and group challenges.
- Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills through troop activities and projects.
Timeline
TEACHER'S AIDE
PNW BOCES
01.2025 - 01.2026
SEASONAL PARK RANGER
Westchester County Police Department
05.2023 - 10.2024
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Goldfish Swim School
03.2023 - 08.2023
DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM SEASONAL INTERN
Walt Disney Company
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English
University At Buffalo
High School Diploma -
Putnam Valley High School