
Timeline
About me
Lead UPK & Special Education Teacher Swim & Lifeguarding Instructor
Education

Lincoln high
1985 - 1989Mcjrotc and vocal theoryActivities and Societies: Vocal Theory MCJROTC Cheerleading Girl Scouts Swimming Vocal TheoryM.C.J.R.O.T.C. Cheerleader

Westchester community college
2008 - 2011Associate of arts and sciences (a.a.s.) early childhood educationActivities and Societies: Early Childhood Club

The college of new rochelle
2011 - 2015B.a. psychology special education, early childhood and childhood
The college of new rochelle
-Masters literacy k-12 grade
Experience
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Riverdale ym-ywha (jcc)
Mar 2007 - Aug 2015Swim and lifeguard instructorTeach swim lessons- all levels, ages birth to senior, all learning styles, special needs, swim team, pool parties and camps. Mentor &Teach other staff how to teach swim lessons. Certify students in FA,CPR/AED, Lifeguard Training, etc.LifeguardProvide customer servicePool maintaince

New rochelle ymca
Jan 2014 - Jan 2021Lead Teacher Universal Pre-kindergarten• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily functions of a class of children.• Designed and implemented curriculum aligned to the common core standards • Plan and implement engaging lesson plans, in person and online aligned to common core standards and daily classroom schedule to enhance students learning.• Instruct students individually and small groups using data to determine areas of need.• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress to develop a plan to meet both academic, social emotional needs and IEP goals• Developed consistent and supportive parent communications, in person, phone, text, email and newsletters.• Maintained a detailed log of student behaviors to implement multiple tiers of intervention. (ex. ABC charts)• Help students with transitions• Provide the children with verbal praises and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.• Implemented and taught the Bellxcell program June through August• Assist in other capacities as determined by the Director Show less
Universal Pre K Teacher
Sept 2019 - Jan 2021Swim & Lifeguarding Instructor
Jan 2014 - Jan 2021

New york city department of education
Nov 2014 - Dec 2018Special education teacher12:1:1- Special Education Teacher K & 1st GradesSETSS-Special Education Teacher Support Services-K-8th grade• Plan and implement engaging daily lesson plans, aligned to common core standards, students IEP goals and Data. (ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science and Restorative Circles)• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily functions of a class of children.• Instruct students individually and small groups using data to determine areas of need.• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress to develop a plan to meet both academic and IEP goals• Provide the children with verbal praise and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior utilizing PBIS strategies to support student social and emotional development• Create student IEP’s• Guiding Reading using Fountas and Pinnell and American Reading Company• Developed consistent and supportive parent communications.• Help students with transitions• Trained colleagues on SESIS and IEP writing through professional development• Create student IEP’s, recording attends and services provided using SESIS.• Maintained a detailed log of student behaviors to implement multiple tiers of intervention. (ex. ABC charts)• Assist in other capacities as determined by the supervisor/s Show less

Yonkers public schools
Jan 2019 - Sept 2021Substitute teacherSubstitute Teacher Long and Short term• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily functions of a class of children.• Oversee the normal classroom rhythms and activities.• Provide the children with verbal praises and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.• Maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive classroom environment• Adhering to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher to enhance students learning.• Following procedures and achieve lesson goals.• Take attendance and document daily notes, assign and explain homework.• Oversee students outside of the classroom including in the playgrounds, hallways and cafeteria.• Comply with all school regulations and policies at all times.• Ensure classroom and work is kept clean and orderly.• Compile a report for the teacher for when he/she returns.• Assist in other capacities as determined by the Director/Principal Show less

Mohawk day camp
May 2019 - Aug 2019Assistant aquatics directorAssistant Aquatic Director• Teach all levels from preschool to adults with a variety of learning abilities. Provide group and private lessons, lifeguard, and train other employees how to teach. Run Lifeguard, CPR, and WSI courses

Jcc of mid-westchester
Feb 2021 - Nov 2021Swim & lifeguard instructor & swim coachSwim & Lifeguard Instructor & Swim Team Coach• Teach all levels from infants to adults with a variety of learning abilities. Provide group and private lessons, lifeguard, and train other employees how to teach. Run Lifeguard, CPR, RTE and WSI courses

The alcott school
Mar 2021 - Aug 2021Head teacher substitute teacherHead TeacherSubstitute Teacher • Responsible for the overall supervision and daily functions of a class of children.• Oversee the normal classroom rhythms and activities.• Provide the children with verbal praises and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.• Maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive classroom environment• Adhering to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher to enhance students learning.• Following procedures and achieve lesson goals.• Take attendance and document daily notes, assign and explain homework.• Oversee students outside of the classroom including in the playgrounds, hallways and cafeteria.• Comply with all school regulations and policies at all times.• Ensure classroom and work is kept clean and orderly.• Compile a report for the teacher for when he/she returns.• Assist in other capacities as determined by the Director/Principal Show less

Currently not working out on work related medical disability
Nov 2021 - nowCurrently not working out on work related medical disability
Licenses & Certifications

Babysitter's training instructor
American red cross
Lifeguard training instructor
American red cross
Nys teacher certification childhood 2nd through 6th grade

Nys teacher certification early childhood birth through 2nd grade

Nys teacher certification students with disabilities childhood

Nys teacher certification students with disabilities early childhood

Nys teacher certification students with disabilities middle school

Water safety instructor
American red cross
Nys teacher certification literacy birth through 12th grade
Aug 2015
Water safety instructor trainer
American red cross
Volunteer Experience
Leader
Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Sept 2008
Associated with Kirsten Munch-Buckley
Languages
- enEnglish
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