Teacher Assistant Payment Processor

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SUMMARY

EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

MICHELLE L. CLARKE

• Exoerienctd Certified Teaching A11!1t1nl Level 3 • c: 516-***-****

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Compassionate, patient and kind Teacher Assistant with 11 + years of successful experience who is recognized as a vital staff member and dedicated professional. Demonstrates exceptional rapport with the children and goes the extra mile to give them love and support to ensure positive strides are made. Identified for excellent ability to support the teacher and team members. Committed to a path of ongoing improvement and lifelong learning. State University of New York at Old Westbury, Old Westbury, NY Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education GPA: 3.6

New York State Assistant Teacher, Level 3 Certification (Current) New York State Assistant Teacher, Level 2 Certification New York State Childhood Education, Grades 1-6, Initial May2011

HIGHLIGHTS AND ACCOLADES

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

• Supervisor at The Hagedorn Little School stated, "[Michelle] is always willing to jump in when help is needed

[and) ·1 could not be happier to have Michelle on my team."

• Evaluation states: [Michelle is] recognized for "showing sensitivity and respect for diverse cultures."

• Acknowledged for taking on increasing responsibility, including running a mini-lesson and center

• Consistently receives positive feedback by teachers and parents

• Well-respected by staff for work ethic and team approach Supervisor at Massapequa stated, "[Michelle) has been reported by teachers and staff to be an asset

• Acknowledge for helping keep the classroom running smoothly and is flexible in order to do what is best for the students.

Massapequa School District 09116- present

Teaching Assistant 12:1 :1

Provide assistance in a one to one classroom

Work with students in small groups

• Assist students in mainstream classrooms and in specials

• Help with prepping day to day activities and projects Teaching Assistant 8:1:4

• Assist and help run small group lessons

• Work one on one with students to help reach their IEP goals

• Works one on one with !Pads to assist in the learning process

• Works with staff regarding IEP goals

• Assist in lunch room, recess and specials

• Help with prepping day to day activities, lessons and projects The Hagedorn Little School, Seaford, NY 10/10-08/16 Teacher Assistant- Level 3, 12:1 :4 Ratio (2012-Present) Population includes children with disabilities; chromosome issues; on the autism spectrum; communication issues; ambulatory issues; and verbal challenges

• Provide assistance to special needs children one-to-one or in groups with lessons and Activities of Daily Living

(ADLs) in order help them reach their IEP goals; given increasing responsibility to lead and/or finishing lessons in the absence of the teacher during morning meetings

• Work with the staff regarding social play, morning circle, I Pad activities, days of the week, circle time, weather, seasons, gym and movements

• Work one-on-one with !Pads to assist in the learning process

• Assist with lunch, gym / movements and visual aids

• Take children out of the classroom to therapies

• Act as a floater assisting children with severe behavior Teacher's Aide (2010-2012)

Oceanside School 8, Oceanside, NY

Student Teacher• Grades 1 and 5

• Shadowed two teachers and worked with them in multiple disciplines

• Created and taught a Social Studies lessons which entailed using a Smart Board

• Performed individual and group reading

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BUSINESS EXPERIENCE

• Assisted with 5th Grade math lessons and prepared students for NY State test

• Supervised field trips and assisted with a talent show

• Supported students with projects and assisted in grading tests

• Observed a parent I teacher conference

TRAINING/ WORKSHOPS

Card Works, Woodbury, NY

Payment Processor / Credit Card Accounts Receivable

• Received a high volume of incoming checks via database or mail

• Processed payments, meeting daily deadlines

Recognized for accuracy and meeting daily and monthly goal 03/04-06/10

Child Abuse, DASA, School Violence Workshops

COMPUTER SKILLS Smart Board, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, f Pad

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