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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Kaeli Smolko

Watertown

Summary

Versatile professional with several years of experience instructing students with visual impairments and supporting lead teachers. Highly skilled at reinforcing lesson information, providing individualized instuction, enforcing rules, and preparing materials. Team player well-versed in coordinating with teacher and carrying out established lesson plans and activities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Care Attendant

Tempus Unlimited
Cambridge
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Administered medication and monitored health conditions as directed by healthcare professionals.
  • Supported clients in mobility and transportation to appointments or social activities.
  • Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively to their concerns and helping them cope with stressors.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.

Teaching Assistant

Perkins School for the Blind
Watertown
06.2023 - Current
  • Supported students in daily activities to enhance independence and skills.
  • Collaborated with specialists to implement individualized education plans.
  • Facilitated communication between students and staff using assistive technology.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment for all students.
  • Trained new staff on classroom procedures and student support strategies.
  • Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
  • Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
  • Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
  • Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of students.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques.
  • Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
  • Implementation of the Expanded Core Curriculum.
  • Foster students' independence.
  • Provided detailed and consistent data collection, and implemented IEP objectives.
  • Build a positive rapport with students.

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Content Teaching Assistant

Perkins School For The Blind, Braille & Talking Book Library
Watertown
11.2023 - 11.2024
  • Assisted in developing engaging lesson plans for visually impaired students.
  • Facilitated one-on-one tutoring sessions for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Organized educational resources to enhance accessibility for all students.
  • Collaborated with educators to adapt curriculum materials for visually impaired learners.
  • Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
  • Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching techniques.
  • Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
  • Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
  • Implemented IEP objectives, recorded data.
  • Adapted classroom materials to meet the needs of students, whether it be adapting images to be CVI-friendly or adding braille to materials.

Student Teacher

Cole-Harrington Preschool Enrichment Center
Canton
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for preschool-aged children.
  • Assisted lead teacher in classroom management and daily routines.
  • Implemented creative activities to promote social and emotional skills.
  • Encouraged language development through storytelling and interactive play.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.

Outreach Teaching Assistant

Perkins School for the Blind
Watertown
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Organized learning materials and resources for effective teaching sessions.
  • Led small group sessions to reinforce concepts and improve student engagement.
  • Monitored student progress, and provided feedback on performance.
  • Assisted with the use of adaptive technologies tailored for visually impaired students.
  • Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment for all learners.
  • Encouraged students to take an active role in their own learning process.
  • Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
  • Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance.
  • Promoted student independence through encouragement and implementation of the Expanded Core Curriculum.

Student Teacher

Learning Circle Preschool
Canton
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for preschool-aged children.
  • Assisted lead teacher in classroom management and daily routines.
  • Implemented creative activities to promote social and emotional skills.
  • Encouraged language development through storytelling and interactive play.
  • Organized classroom materials to create a conducive learning environment.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to foster learning.
  • Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.

Summer Camp Counselor

Crossroads for Kids - Camp Wing
Duxbury
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Supervised daily activities and ensured safety of campers at Camp Wing.
  • Monitored camper behavior and resolved conflicts with effective communication skills.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Collaborated with other counselors to create fun learning experiences for campers.
  • Ensured that all rules were followed at the camp grounds.
  • Organized games and sports activities to keep campers entertained.
  • Planned various indoor activities during periods of inclement weather to promote camper satisfaction.

Summer Camp Counselor

Camp Inter-Actions
Kingston
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Supervised daily activities and ensured the safety of visually impaired campers at Camp Inter-Actions.
  • Assisted in creating a welcoming environment for all campers and staff members.
  • Planned engaging outdoor activities to foster teamwork and communication among campers.
  • Monitored camper behavior and resolved conflicts with effective communication skills.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Ensured that all rules were followed at the camp grounds.
  • Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.

Education

M.Ed - Vision Studies, Teacher of The Visually Impaired

University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA
01-2027

Bachelor of Arts - Early Education And Care

Curry College
Milton, MA
05-2023

Skills

  • Assistive technology
  • Communication skills
  • Individualized instruction
  • Emotional support
  • Data collection
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Reading and writing support
  • Literacy development
  • One-on-one and small group instruction

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in Performance Award, 2023

Certification

  • SafetyCare Certification, 2024
  • Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto-Injector Administration, American Red Cross, 2022
  • Certificate of Community Participation, Milton Early Childhood Alliance, 2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Personal Care Attendant

Tempus Unlimited
01.2024 - Current

Content Teaching Assistant

Perkins School For The Blind, Braille & Talking Book Library
11.2023 - 11.2024

Teaching Assistant

Perkins School for the Blind
06.2023 - Current

Student Teacher

Cole-Harrington Preschool Enrichment Center
08.2022 - 12.2022

Outreach Teaching Assistant

Perkins School for the Blind
06.2022 - 08.2022

Student Teacher

Learning Circle Preschool
08.2021 - 05.2022

Summer Camp Counselor

Crossroads for Kids - Camp Wing
06.2021 - 08.2021

Summer Camp Counselor

Camp Inter-Actions
07.2018 - 08.2019

M.Ed - Vision Studies, Teacher of The Visually Impaired

University of Massachusetts, Boston

Bachelor of Arts - Early Education And Care

Curry College
Kaeli Smolko