Alyssa Lofaro Email & Phone Number

East Islip, New York, United States

• Design and facilitate a standards-aligned curriculum in whole class, small groups, and individually for generaleducation and special education students in the integrated co-teaching classroom• Collaborate and co-teach with General Education co-teacher in a variety of co-teaching models (parallel learning,one teach/one assist, stations, centers, alternate teaching, etc,)• Utilize a wide range of curricula including iReady Math, Wilson Fundations, Fountas & Pinnell, Heggerty PhonemicAwareness and Secret Stories (based on the Science of Reading)• Differentiate and modify supports, instruction, activities, and assessment to support all students’ learning needs• Lead small groups including centers and strategy groups• Adhere to Individualized Education Program (IEP) accommodations, modifications, and goals• Use flexible and ongoing assessments to evaluate students to ensure they were meeting their IEP goals• Analyze data collected from a range of assessments, using data to plan and form small groups• Manage whole class behavior and individual behavior with positive praise, token economy systems, and rewards,including those with daily behavior charts• Manage and collaborate with a Paraprofessional in the classroom• Communicate proactively with families (especially special education students) to discuss IEP accommodations andother school-wide events, progress, and any concerns• Host Annual Review meetings to discuss the children’s IEPs for the upcoming school year

• Planned and led developmentally-appropriate instruction for whole class, small groups, and individual learnersutilizing the SCOPE Curriculum, Wilson Fundations, and Three Cheers for Pre-K• Encouraged students to learn socially, emotionally, and cognitively in a safe and secure environment• Differentiated and adapted curriculum, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to accommodate a variety oflearning styles, cultures, and interests• Prepared students for Kindergarten through developing child-centered projects and activities utilizingmanipulatives, authentic literature, and different materials, teaching letter and number recognition• Incorporated centers and circle-time for multi-sensory learning exploration, developing social, verbal, andimagination skills, through a positive discipline plan promoting responsibility and accountability• Designed a behavior management system and individualized behavior plans, including hosting a Morning Meeting• Encouraged improved performance through positive reinforcement techniques• Monitored and recorded progress and achievements, identifying areas in need of further development• Oversaw a Teaching Assistant, delegating tasks• Communicated proactively with families for a home-school connection, establishing nurturing relationships

- Adapt quickly to a variety of subjects and grade levels to present lesson plans to students- Establish a safe learning environment for students by enforcing teacher procedures - Communicate effectively with teachers to make sure lesson plans were completed

- Developed interactive lesson plans to deliver high-quality education to students - Managed students’ behaviors by using ABA techniques to support students’ needs - Worked cooperatively with classroom and school support staff to enhance students’ academic experience

- Collaborated with co-teacher to plan and prepare daily lessons and activities - Differentiated instruction for students to meet their individual needs - Used flexible and ongoing assessments to evaluate students to ensure that they are meeting their Individualized Learning Plan Goals

- Supported teachers during various classroom activities, ensuring that all safety guidelines were followed - Worked closely with students and guided independent study - Modified curriculum to address and meet individual goals for the students I worked one to one with

Orlando, Florida, United States

- Delivered personable Guest service in greeting, directing and aiding the many guests encountered daily - Strived to ensure the safety of guests while also helping to create a memorable experience- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and adaptability while handling the operation of the ride

Loudonville, New York

- Coordinated the recruitment of current Siena Students and prospective students- Built and facilitated curriculum that focuses on a variety of social justice and professional development topics- Mentored fellow Bonner Leaders with the other program associates to ensure the program runs smoothly

Loudonville, New York

- Facilitated anti-cyberbullying workshops and training for high school students across New York State- Worked closely with AT&T and the Siena College Research Institute to develop programming and curriculum- Cooperated with other Upstander Ambassadors to secure a successful program

Loudonville, New York

- Participated in multiple trainings, workshops as well as retreats to increase my professional skills- Learned about a variety of social justice issues, including health, education, justice, and hunger- Dedicated ten to twelve hours a week as an undergraduate student

Southampton, New York

- Provided supervision and direction of activities for two- and three-years old campers - Supported other counselors to ensure the camp ran smoothly throughout the summer - Taught nursery rhymes and engaged in movement activates for campers ranging from two to five years old

Salzburg, Austria

- Developed curriculum to help improve student’s English skills - Taught Austrian students about American traditions and customs as well learned about their own - Tutored students on my own time outside of class to ensure proficiency

Troy, New York

- Collaborated with a Non-Profit organization to develop projects that represented healthy food access for the Capital Region- Reached out to 100 Food Pantries in the Capital Region to ensure proper fresh produce quantities - Developed and Facilitated curriculum to teach life skills to high school students

Sayville, New York

- Served and packaged chocolate candies for customers - Rang costumers up as well as balanced the cash register up at the end of each night - Restoked shelves with new product as needed or after a deliveryI also have worked at Sweet Gourmet over the 2017 and 2018 Holiday Season (Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter)

Sayville, New York

- Interacted with a wide variety of patrons in a polite and respectful manner- Ensured safety and wellbeing of children during program(s) and straightened the children’s room - Worked an average of fifteen to twenty hours per week, plus a weekend rotation

Master Of Science - Ms, Childhood And Special Education Grades 1-6

Bachelor’S Degree, Environmental Studies

Activities and Societies: -Bonner Service Leader -Upstander Ambassador -Siena College Chorus and Chamber Singers Member Certificate.

General Education

Spring 2017 Study Abroad -Engaged in a semester abroad through the Universität Salzburg in Salzburg, Austria -Classes Included: German.