Stella Donati Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois, United States

-Apply observational techniques to assess and support development of each student across domains.-Create and implement supports tailored to the social-emotional and educational needs of individual students to encourage success in the classroom environment. -Collaborate with school counselors, developmental therapists, and occupational therapists to provide a multidisciplinary approach to supporting students. -Counsel parents to enhance their understanding of their child’s developmental strengths and growth areas.-Design and implement a curriculum rooted in research-based best practices in early childhood education. -Participate in weekly professional development and continued education on topics in early childhood development

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

-Support socio-emotional development of children through problem solving and conflict resolution-Engage with children during classroom activities-Prep and facilitate snack times-Support students during classroom transitions -Maintain safe environment through sanitation procedures

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

-Assist with the facilitation of a cooking program for teens and young adults with Down Syndrome (13-21 years old).-Teach nutrition, cooking and kitchen safety skills.-Support teens as we make a new recipe each week-Provide a weekly source of positive interaction and celebration for these teens. -Provide opportunities for the development of social, motor and emotional regulation skills.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

-Provided play and normalization activities to patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.-Planned and facilitated developmentally appropriate play sessions at bedside and in unit playroom.-Designed an inpatient unit playroom by gathering and organizing toys and furniture to facilitate play sessions.-Assisted with planning and preparation of hospital wide events and celebrations for holidays including Fourth of July, Pride, and Juneteenth.-Co-hosted a show on the hospital radio network once a month.

Middleton, Wisconsin, United States

-Planned and facilitated activities for children with a range of disabilities catering to their unique interests and needs. -Supported staff and children during art therapy sessions and meal times. -Washed and disinfected toys to maintain a safe and clean play environment.

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

-Provided support to Lead classroom teacher for first half of the children’s day, then was solely responsible for every aspect of the children’s care for the second half of their day.-Responsible for end of day closing of the classroom including management of pick-up and parent communication.- Planned and led daily activities, field trips, transitions, and snack times.-Supported in toilet training and transition from diapers.

Los Angeles, California, United States

- Preschool and Developmental Kindergarten program of 125 children from 2 ½ to 6 years of age.- Worked across teaching teams in planning curriculum, setting up learning environments, and facilitating daily activities.- Participated in teacher trainings: Overview of ages & stages, speaking mindfully to children, behaviors as communication, positive discipline and redirection.

Bachelor Of Science, Human Development & Family Studies And Bachelor Of Arts, Psychology, Social Sciences, Senior

Activities and Societies: Alpha Chi Omega- Donut Let Love Hurt Fundraiser: Raised money in support of Domestic Abuse Intervsention.

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