Star Falana
Philadelphia, PA, 19151 ****.******@*****.***
QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent communicator and team member, providing empathy and care
Proficient at time management and task completion
Detail oriented and able to acquire skills needed, quickly
Able to manage a children with high energy, compassion and nurture
Capable of making tough decisions regarding children, their educational goals and school standards
EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University, Abington, PA May 2018
Major: English
Relevant Coursework: Public Speaking, Introduction to Leadership
EXPERIENCE
Fitler Academics Plus Germantown, Pa. August 2019-June 2020
Emotional Support Teacher
Grades 5-8, taught reading, math, social studies, and science in self-contained classroom/ remote learning
Behavior management system development and implementation, both for group and individual needs
Determined students’ strengths and weaknesses through STAR testing, PSSA, and weekly testing
Created and taught engaged lessons and activities, such as interactive notebooks
Development and implementation of IEP goals and objectives
Child and Family Focus Audubon, Pa. September 2018-June 2019
Therapeutic Support Staff
Provide companionship to children on the spectrum
Assisted with creating daily goals for children to aim for
Documented and organized spreadsheets to record behaviors
Encouraged good grades, choices, and interaction with peers
Monitor and ensure safe environment for children
EXTRACURRICULAR
Sunday Morning Breakfast Club Fall 2017
Volunteer
Assisted in serving and feeding the homeless
Interacted with the people regarding their personal issues
Mount Aloysius College, Cresson Pa
Captain of Cheerleading Team August 2013- May 2014
Created cheers and choreographed half time performances
Managed team meetings and governed major decision making
Black Student Union August 2013 – May 2014
Lead discussion regarding the improvement of issues in the black community