Yessica A Cardona
Howard Beach,NY
Summary
Friendly and outgoing educator focused on comprehensive, life-based approaches to education. Energetic problem solver, skill-builder and conflict resolver. Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with a proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 5 years of related experience. Versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for students. 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
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional Educator
Department Of Education
09.2019 - Current
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Research Coordinator
Northwell Health System
05.2017 - 09.2019
- Coordinated protocol development, equipment preparation and materials purchasing for planned studies.
- Prepared documents, reports and presentations detailing results and conclusions.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Monitoring research participants to ensure adherence to study rules.
Early Intervention Case Manager
Allied Medix Resources
12.2012 - 05.2017
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Manage a large caseload
- Monitor cases by verifying client's attendance
- Maintain records of the clients such as notes, logging events, and progress.
Tutoring Assistant
The Child Center Of New York
09.2008 - 06.2012
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counselor
Concordia University
Seward, NE08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY02.2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Oakland Gardens, NY06.2012
Skills
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Student Learning Support
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Positive Learning Environment
- Computer Skills
- Crisis Management
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- American Federation of Teachers
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
Certification
Teaching Assistant Level III
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator
Department Of Education
09.2019 - Current
Substitute Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2018 - 09.2019
Research Coordinator
Northwell Health System
05.2017 - 09.2019
Early Intervention Case Manager
Allied Medix Resources
12.2012 - 05.2017
Tutoring Assistant
The Child Center Of New York
09.2008 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - School Counselor
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Queens College of The City University of New York
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
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