Therese Policastro

• Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
• Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
• Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners
• Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
• Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
• Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
• Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
• Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
• Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
• Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping.
• Planned and prepared activities for 4 year old students
• Substituted in Kindergarten when needed
• Substituted as a Assistant Director when needed
• CPR Certified

Art Masterpiece is an enrichment program where volunteers use reproductions of fine works of art to promote art literacy in children.

• Followed pre-written lesson plans to discuss the artist of the month and highlight details about their life and unique technique.
• Encourage students to create, and enjoy the process of making art.

• Motivated girls to achieve their goals through thoughtful mentorship tailored to each individual's strengths and interests.
• Facilitated skill-building workshops for personal growth in areas such as time management, goal setting, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving techniques.
• Cultivated a sense of pride in community service by highlighting the impact of troop activities on local projects and causes.
• Empowered girls to take on leadership roles within the troop, guiding them through progressive responsibilities and decision-making opportunities.
• Organized engaging educational trips to enhance learning experiences, exposing troop members to new environments.

• Made copies to assist teacher in preparing future lessons.
• Prepared materials for class activities and art projects.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members by maintaining open communication channels and actively participating in school functions.

• Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
• Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
• Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
• Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
• Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.

• Acted as an advocate for clients when necessary, ensuring their needs were met and their voices heard throughout the case management process.
• Managed over 50 assigned volunteers and cases a year.
• Worked closely with judges, attorneys, child protective services
• Safeguarded client confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines and maintaining secure records management practices.
• Completed various administrative tasks such as making phone calls, answering emails and inputting data into systems.
• Maintained current knowledge of applicable procedures and compliance requirements to optimize effectiveness.
• Collaborated closely with external agencies to ensure seamless service provision, minimizing gaps in care for clients.
• Maintained detailed documentation of client interactions, services provided, and case outcomes for accurate record keeping and compliance purposes.