I love reading in my free time and spending time with my amazing Daughter We adopted her when she was 6 weeks old She has Down Syndrome and she also started her early intervention at Bornhava!
Tammi Kotarski
Depew,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with a positive attitude and strong communication skills, experienced as a Teacher's Assistant at Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative DIR FLOORTIME methods and visual aids, fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for children with special needs. Committed to promoting student health and safety.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Improved student comprehension by implementing DIR FLOORTIME teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to the safety of the children.
Private Housekeeper
National Property Management
03.2017 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and organized kitchen and eating areas by washing dishes, removing trash and wiping down counters and surfaces.
- Implemented customized cleaning schedules tailored to individual client preferences and needs.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
- Improved overall cleanliness of homes with meticulous attention to detail during deep-cleaning tasks.
Guest Service Representative/ Photo Lab
Target
03.2007 - 04.2012
- Assisted guests with reservation modifications, resolving any issues promptly and professionally.
- Handled payment transactions accurately, maintaining proper cash handling procedures at all times.
- Resolved guest complaints diplomatically to maintain a positive property reputation and high customer satisfaction rates.
- Developed strong rapport with returning guests to foster loyalty and repeat business.
Private Nanny
Private Care
01.2000 - 02.2007
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
Education
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, NY06-1995
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Classroom support
- Student engagement
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior redirection
- Material preparation
- Student health and safety
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Small group and individual assistance
- Early childhood education
- Creating visual displays
- Student safety
- Special education support
Certification
Pyramid Model Certificate
DIR Floortime Trained
CPI trained
Interests
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center
09.2023 - 05.2025
Private Housekeeper
National Property Management
03.2017 - 08.2023
Guest Service Representative/ Photo Lab
Target
03.2007 - 04.2012
Private Nanny
Private Care
01.2000 - 02.2007
Lancaster High School
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