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Tamar Alecia Samuda

Tamar Alecia Samuda

New York,USA

Summary

Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.

Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

RCM Technologies
12.2017 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in developing and implementing individualized education plans for students.
  • Supported classroom management by facilitating small group activities and ensuring student engagement.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to monitor student progress and adapt instructional materials.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies, fostering a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student achievements and areas needing improvement.
  • Utilized educational technology tools to enhance lesson delivery and student interaction.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

Grounds Maintenance Worker

NYCHA
05.2015 - 09.2017
  • Operated and maintained landscaping equipment for efficient grounds upkeep.
  • Assisted in planting, pruning, and fertilizing trees and shrubs to enhance aesthetics.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure secure work environment during maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute seasonal landscape projects effectively.
  • Evaluated landscape conditions regularly to recommend improvements and enhancements.
  • Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for guest enjoyment.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Enhanced landscape appearance by trimming trees, bushes, and hedges.
  • Provided excellent customer service when interacting with visitors on-site while addressing concerns related to the property''s appearance or safety features promptly.
  • Preserved facility cleanliness with routine trash removal and litter control efforts.
  • Reduced safety hazards through effective debris removal and sidewalk repair.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to maintain safe, attractive outdoor spaces for public enjoyment.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and improve personal skills in grounds maintenance.

Medical assistant

DR. V.HENTEX INTERN MEDICINE
03.2014 - 05.2014
  • Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit.
  • Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary.
  • Secures patient information and maintains confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential.
  • Counsels patients by transmitting physician's orders and questions about surgery.
  • Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

Home Care Provider

Home Maker, Child Care Provider
02.2007 - 09.2013
  • Maintain a private home. Shopped, prepared and served nutritional meals.
  • Rendered personal services to family members and resolved conflict.
  • Scheduled and supervised children’s activities to ensure safety.
  • Taught alphabets, numbers and colors to children.
  • Implemented individualized care plans tailored to specific needs, improving overall patient satisfaction.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

Home Health Aid

BEST, CARE
05.2005 - 09.2009
  • Cared for patients in their home.
  • Change linens wash and irons laundry.
  • Accompany patient to doctor’s appointments.
  • Shop and prepared meals for patient.
  • Monitor patient ensuring medication is taken properly and maintain safety.
  • Reporting patient health to home visiting nurse.
  • Provided compassionate personal care to clients, enhancing their quality of life and comfort.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring safety and independence in their homes.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in client conditions to healthcare professionals promptly.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and families, fostering trust and communication.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.

Education

Diploma - Medical Assistant Program

Allen School of Health Science
Brooklyn, New York
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Theodore Rosevelt High School
The Bronx, NY
06-2000

Skills

  • HIPPA Trained
  • Pharmacology with Injection
  • Prepping/ assisting with physical examinations
  • OSHA trained
  • Front Office Duties
  • Insurance Verification
  • Billing/Invoicing/Referrals
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Vital signs
  • PFT
  • Basic Lab Test
  • Specimen collection
  • Urinalysis
  • EKG/ECG
  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Special education support
  • Teacher support
  • CPR and first aid
  • Classroom management
  • Student supervision
  • Emotional support
  • Behavior improvements
  • Reading and writing support
  • Behavior modification
  • Progress monitoring
  • Supervising student activities
  • Teaching assistance
  • Parent communication
  • Disability awareness
  • IEP compliance
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Educational assistance
  • Individual student assistance
  • Reading intervention
  • Educational support
  • Elementary education
  • Lesson planning
  • Test proctoring
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Goal setting and monitoring

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved student conflicts, which led to positive outcomes.
  • Awarded multiple bonuses for punctuality and outstanding attendance.
  • Developed course plans aimed at meeting the academic, intellectual, and social needs of each student.
  • Supported 6 classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of 28 students.
  • Tutored 12 special needs students before and after school.

Certification

  • Certified Medical Assistant, Allen School Of Health Science - 11months
  • Paraprofessional, RCM Technologies Inc - 8hrs

Languages

English
Full Professional
Patios
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Paraprofessional

RCM Technologies
12.2017 - Current

Grounds Maintenance Worker

NYCHA
05.2015 - 09.2017

Medical assistant

DR. V.HENTEX INTERN MEDICINE
03.2014 - 05.2014

Home Care Provider

Home Maker, Child Care Provider
02.2007 - 09.2013

Home Health Aid

BEST, CARE
05.2005 - 09.2009

Diploma - Medical Assistant Program

Allen School of Health Science

High School Diploma -

Theodore Rosevelt High School

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