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Manhattan, New York, United States

P.S/I.S 187 – Hudson Cliffs, Washington Heights, NYSPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – 6th GRADE, INTEGRATED CO-TEACHING (Aug. 2021 – Present)

Queens, New York, United States

P.S. 349Q, The Magnet School of Leadership & Innovation Through STEAMSPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – 2ND GRADE, INTEGRATED CO-TEACHING (Sept 2019 - Aug. 2021)SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – K to 1ST GRADE, SELF-CONTAINED 12:1:1 (Sept 2017 -Aug. 2019)

Valley Stream, Ny

Assumed responsibility during the regular teacher’s planned and unplanned absences. Taught general education, special education (Self-contained, integrated co-teaching), and English Language Learners. Utilized a variety of teaching strategies including differentiated instruction, cooperative learning, scaffolding, and peer learning to promote student participation. Engaged students in the material by implementing multisensory lessons, computer assisted instruction, and interactive educational games.• Implemented supplemental programs including Journeys Reading Program, ReadyNY CCLS ELA, Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop, Wilson Fundations, My Math (Think Through Math, Zearn Math, and Prodigy Math Games), and Science 21.• Emphasized vocabulary, problem-solving, and real-world applications through inquiry-based curriculum.• Maintained an interactive learning environment using eSpark, Google Docs, and iPads. Implemented the use of Class Dojo.• Utilized effective behavioral and classroom management strategies while adhering to students’ accommodations.• Served as Game Builders Academy Advisor and developed STEM-based activities using online resources (GameMaker, Hour of Code). Introduced 4th Graders to basic coding techniques and facilitated Parent University activities.• Functioned as RTI/AIS Academy Teacher and provided supplemental remediation support in ELA and Math, utilizing AIMSWeb.

Roslyn, Ny

Furnished individual support for fourth grade student on the Autism Spectrum as part of this summer inclusion recreation program.

Valley Stream, Ny

Developed and implemented lesson plans and center-based activities for a 16:1:1 class of students.* Reviewed student IEPs to plan lessons to meet goals; modified teaching strategies and lesson material to address the diverse range of developmental levels of each student.* Created hands-on activities and manipulatives to support math instruction.* Implemented individual behavior plans to maintain focus and keep students on task.* Attended CSE meetings.Student Teacher – Grade 4 - Forest Road Elementary School (1/16 – 3/16)Created and taught lesson plans in all content areas for a class of 24 fourth grade students; facilitated individualized, small group and whole class instruction.

Melville, New York

Prestige offers their clients and worksite employees the services and expertise of a large corporate personnel department• Established succession plan for my position; created job description, interviewed candidates and trained new hire prior to leaving Prestige to pursue career in education • Reliable, dedicated and customer service oriented single point of contact for all external employers and their employee’s 401(k) plans. Helped employees understand their employers plan while committed to following the legal requirements of each plan • Prudently followed best practices for ERISA standards (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) to ensure that the organization and our clients were complaint and met the standards to pass an IRS audit if necessary

Syosset, Ny

C&B Consulting is a service-driven employee benefits advisory firm that utilizes a strategic approach to help employers achieve specific benefits and business goals. C&B Consulting is a merger partner of Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc., a subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., the third largest insurance brokerage and risk management services firm in the United States• Was asked to assist a California-based small group internally after demonstrating strong organizational skills in implementation and training of new client database within the department• Took on COBRA benefit administration when clients’ corporate needs changed due to an internal leave of absence• Continually proven to be a strong team player and assisted with both the 2-50 client base and 51-99 client base simultaneously, often multi-tasking and prioritizing work to remain efficient and effective• Process enrollments, terminations, and liaise with employees to answer questions regarding benefits• Conduct enrollment and benefit training sessions for employees, both on site and remotely• Perform benefit and premium audits as well as maintained information for clients with 2-99 employees in the company’s database• Assist clients in processing Schedule C (Form 5500)• Act as a liaison between clients’ Human Resources department and insurance carriers• Advocate negotiations of plan renewals to obtain more favorable premium rates for clients• Continually work with insurance carriers to obtain Request for Proposals (RFP) for various lines of coverage • Medical, Dental, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Vision• Compile spreadsheets for pre-renewals, current plans as well as renewal and marketing results to use for presentations• Construct employee benefit guides for clients and their employees on a yearly basis• Provide employee memos to clients for: Open Enrollment, Benefit Changes and Employee Contributions

Syosset, Ny

Nielsen is recognized as the Global consumer expert driving Marketing and Media effectiveness. The extensive marketing information services, insight expertise and advance technology helps more than 9,000 organizations make informed business decisions. • Provided on-sight analytical services and support to the account team and client• Served as primary contact to junior-level client contacts by answering questions, performing data requests, and attending client meetings• Identified and communicated client’s needs to appropriate account team members• Pulled and analyzed ACNielsen scanner and Homescan data and delivered insights to client for assigned categories• Created Homescan reports as well as updated data dictionaries for client use while managing projects independently• Provided training to client users on functionality and use of client database information

Master Of Science (M.S.), Childhood Education & Childhood Special Eduction

Activities and Societies: Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) International Nassau Reading CouncilCertifications (State of New York): Initial.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Business Administration: Concentration: Marketing/Minor: Media Studies

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