Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Skills - Summary
Accomplishments
Experience - Professional
Placement History - George Brown Student Placement
Volunteer History - Teacher Assistant
Technology
Languages
Timeline
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Adriana Rico

Woodbridge,ON

Summary

  • successful at working with students from diverse backgrounds. Combines real-life experience with certified hours of student teaching experience to provide engaging and interactive learning environment.

Multi-talented educator with 13 years of experience directing students and assisting lead teachers. Expert at restating lesson information, tutoring, applying rules and working with struggling students. Team-minded when collaborating with teacher and implementing set lesson plans and classroom activities.

Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 13 years of related experience. Versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for special needs and ELL students.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Assistant

TCDSB
09.2021 - Current
  • Advocated for equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students, resulting in a more inclusive school culture.
  • Programming for special needs children
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Increased parent involvement by maintaining open lines of communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
  • Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting cross-curricular connections and deeper understanding of content.
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing instances of bullying or discrimination promptly and effectively.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly, staying current on pedagogical trends and incorporating new strategies into teaching practices.
  • Assisted in extracurricular activities such as Social Skills and Friendship Circle, providing additional support for students outside of the classroom setting.
  • Coordinated with other staff members to ensure seamless transitions between classes or grade levels for students requiring additional support services.
  • Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
  • Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
  • Participated in SBSLT to discuss student progress, address concerns, and develop strategies for academic success.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.

Home Tutoring Tutor

Sandra Fagundes
09.2019 - Current
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through the implementation of problem-solving activities and real-world examples.
  • Fostered strong parent-teacher relationships through regular communication, leading to increased student motivation and academic success.
  • Supported struggling student with targeted interventions, resulting in improved overall performance in various subjects.
  • Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting teaching methods accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to enhance students'' social skills and promote personal growth outside of academics.
  • Established positive learning environments by building rapport with student and setting clear expectations for behavior and academic success.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments
  • Use of technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.

Educational Volunteer

Pamela Candido
09.2012 - 01.2023
  • Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and experiential projects into the curriculum.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing visual aids, interactive presentations, and multimedia resources in lessons.
  • Supported students'' individual needs through personalized instruction and one-on-one tutoring sessions.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by enforcing clear expectations and fostering open communication between students and teachers.
  • Implemented successful classroom management strategies to maintain an orderly learning environment conducive to academic success.
  • Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 15 children.

Cooperative Education Student

TCDSB
02.2011 - 01.2012
  • Improved student retention by implementing interactive learning activities and group projects.
  • Developed strong relationships with students and parents through consistent communication, resulting in increased parental involvement.
  • Enhanced classroom management techniques for a more efficient and productive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that integrated multiple subject areas, fostering a deeper understanding of concepts.
  • Promoted a growth mindset among students by offering constructive feedback and encouraging perseverance in challenging tasks.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learners'' needs, ensuring all students reached their full potential.
  • Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one support, increasing overall class performance on standardized tests.
  • Established high expectations for student behavior by consistently enforcing classroom rules and procedures, resulting in fewer disciplinary issues.
  • Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
  • Collaborated with staff members to guarantee students received best possible customer service.
  • Developed detailed reports to track student progress and performance.
  • Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
  • Assisted in preparation and administration of exams and tests.
  • Helped create and maintain spreadsheets to track financial records and other data.

ECE Student

George Brown College TMU Campus
01.2019 - 03.2020
  • Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on, experiential learning activities into daily lessons.
  • Boosted student engagement and interest in the subject matter through the use of multimedia presentations and interactive activities.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans that followed the ECE pedagogy.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to create interdisciplinary projects, promoting a deeper understanding of course material.
  • Greeted caregivers and responded to orders in a timely, friendly, and polite manner.
  • Following guidelines and protocols in each childcare facility.
  • Conducted playground safety checks and disposed harmful items.
  • Successfully diffused emotional children by using patience and excellent listening skills.
  • Successfully programming play-based activities using careful observations and using the ELECT document.
  • Responsible for providing support to students with special needs such as, ADHD, Autism, ODD, and physical disabilities.
  • Completed learning stories for child care centres.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through problem-based learning activities and open-ended questioning techniques.
  • Implemented innovative teaching methods such as play based learning to foster increased student engagement.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.

Education

Early Childhood Education -

George Brown College

No Degree - Autism And Behavioural Sciences

George Brown College
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Progress Reporting
  • Social Skills Instruction
  • Behavioural and Safety Plan
  • Family Communication
  • Materials Preparation
  • Teacher Support
  • Learning Disabilities Support
  • Behavioral Support
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training

Skills - Summary

  • Successfully completed four placements as a George Brown College student
  • Capable to work individually or within a team
  • Reliable, hard-working individual who works well under pressure
  • Ability to multitask with great attention to detail
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to deliver play-based activities while keeping diversity and anatomy in mind
  • Able to work in a high-paced environment
  • Able to follow health and safety protocols
  • Able to create a diverse and welcoming environment for children, staff, and families
  • Superior time management and organizational skills
  • Strong degree of all forms of communication in English and Portuguese
  • Strong knowledge of Experts of ELECT document
  • Strong knowledge of assisting children with all forms of disabilities

Accomplishments

  • English Award - 2011
  • Volunteer Award - 2013

Experience - Professional

  • Greeted caregivers and responded to orders in a timely, friendly, and polite manner
  • Following guidelines and protocols in each childcare facility
  • Conducted playground safety checks and disposed harmful items
  • Successfully diffused emotional children by using patience and excellent listening skills
  • Successfully created play-based activities using careful observations and using the ELECT document
  • Assisted ESL and Special Education teachers with daily planning of activities
  • Responsible for providing support to students with special needs such as, ADHD, Autism, ODD, and physical disabilities
  • Completed under supervision staff days using classroom regulations and routines
  • Provided tutoring to students in Math and English
  • Translated to parents and students who only spoke in Portuguese
  • Completed learning stories for child care centres

Placement History - George Brown Student Placement

  • Parkdale Child Care George Brown Lab School – School age children
  • Macaulay Child Care Development Centre (Regent Location) – Toddlers
  • Tumpane Public School – Kindergarten
  • Casa Loma Child Care Centre George Brown Lab School (virtual) – Preschool

Volunteer History - Teacher Assistant

Our Lady of Victory, Toronto - 2012 - 2019

Technology

Excellent, Proficient

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Timeline

Educational Assistant

TCDSB
09.2021 - Current

Home Tutoring Tutor

Sandra Fagundes
09.2019 - Current

ECE Student

George Brown College TMU Campus
01.2019 - 03.2020

Educational Volunteer

Pamela Candido
09.2012 - 01.2023

Cooperative Education Student

TCDSB
02.2011 - 01.2012

Early Childhood Education -

George Brown College

No Degree - Autism And Behavioural Sciences

George Brown College

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