Yssence Andino
Effort,PA
Summary
YMCA childcare provider with up to 8 years of experience with children. Experience was formed in the settings of the school system, childcare system, and online through tutoring. Built a strong rapport with parents, and other teachers. Creates and implements meaningful lessons to children ages 5 and 6. Keeps young children safe and secure daily.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
YMCA Before and After School/Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Greater YMCA of Pittsburgh
06.2021 - Current
- Use enriching lessons and activities to teach ages 5 to 6 phonics and numbers.
- Offer students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Create and distribute instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Communicate with parents on the well-being of their child along with feedback of their child's growth.
- Prepare visuals using technology and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Complete documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
- Create classroom management with 24 kindergarten students by establishing clear expectations and rules.
YMCA Summer Camp Counselor (Assistant Director)
Greater YMCA Of Pittsburgh
06.2021 - Current
- Create a safe environment for children from ages 5-13.
- Lead both large and small groups of children through enriching activities that included physical activity.
- Create, and implement activities both physically and mentally for children ages 5-13.
- Communicate with parents daily to create a growth plan for their child, and provide daily feedback.
- Communicate with parents on the well-being of their child.
Tutor
ASI, Gwen’s Girls
05.2020 - Current
- Create enriching lesson plans using the correct curriculum and materials for students to practice Math, ELA, and Spanish.
- Guide middle school aged students towards their confidence in their work.
- Worked closely with students to help develop math and essay writing skills.
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
Tutor/Mentor
Ready To Learn
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Guide students towards success in Math
- Help build students’ confidence in school and in their lives
- Discuss social justice issues and how it might affect the lives of us or people around us.
- Help students implement helpful study habits into their practice.
Librarian
Western Pocono Community Library
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Check items in and out for patrons.
- Help patrons search for their desired book, movie, or article.
- Answer phone calls and help patrons with technology concerns and research.
- Complete book deliveries to local daycares in the area.
- Provide those daycares with short story time, along with making positive interactions with young children.
- Ran Summer Reading Programs that provided enriching activities to improve reading skills for ages 3-8, and 8-13.
Education
Children's Literature Certificate - Children's And Adolescent Literature
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04.2021
Skills
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Classroom Management
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Creating Safe Learning Environments
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- ClassDojo Software Experience
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Certification
- Certified First Aid/CPR, Trying Together - 05/2023
- Better Kid Care Health and Safety Training - 2023
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
YMCA Before and After School/Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Greater YMCA of Pittsburgh
06.2021 - Current
YMCA Summer Camp Counselor (Assistant Director)
Greater YMCA Of Pittsburgh
06.2021 - Current
Tutor/Mentor
Ready To Learn
09.2020 - 04.2021
Tutor
ASI, Gwen’s Girls
05.2020 - Current
Librarian
Western Pocono Community Library
05.2017 - 01.2020
Children's Literature Certificate - Children's And Adolescent Literature
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
Similar Profiles
Ryan McGinleyRyan McGinley
After School Program Counselor at Greater Pittsburgh YMCAAfter School Program Counselor at Greater Pittsburgh YMCA
Juliana GrayJuliana Gray
YMCA Summer Camp Councilor at YMCA Of Greater PittsburghYMCA Summer Camp Councilor at YMCA Of Greater Pittsburgh
Marshall MartinMarshall Martin
Administrative Assistant at Urban League of Greater PittsburghAdministrative Assistant at Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh