HAIDEE GARCIA

1005 East 174th Street Apt 17B

Bronx, NY 10460 (646) 209-8571 ghaidee@gmail.com

January 15, 2015

Ms. Fiona Tyson, Principal

P.S. 086 Kingsbridge Heights School
2756 Reservoir Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468
Dear Ms. Fiona Tyson
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Haidee Garcia and I am
presently a full time Graduate Student working towards my Masters degree in Dual Childhood and
Special education with a Bilingual Extension at Manhattan College. I have been student teaching at
P.S. 86. In a second grade Inclusion Classroom and in a second grade General Education
Classroom. I also have experience as a substitute teacher. Currently, I am in a second grade special
education teacher in a General Education setting. I am confident that I have the knowledge,
credentials and experience to provide the motivation and direction students need to effectively
learn. I am prepared to serve as an instructional leader and I am committed to making a significant
contribution to the P.S. 86 school community.
Education has always been an important aspect of my life and I have always strived for academic
excellence. I was recently inducted in to the Mu sigma chapter of Kappa Delta Pi an International
Education Honor Society. My passion for teaching began at an early age and I knew that I wanted a
career that allowed me to work with children. Through the Graduate Program at Manhattan College
I have had the opportunity to do fieldwork at various schools in New York City as well as, with P.S.
86 where I engage with a diverse group of students from grades 1-6 in all subjects. As an intern at
the Son-Rise Program I was able to gain experience by assisting an Autistic child. The philosophy
and principles of the Son-Rise program focuses on: loving and acceptance, increased efficacy, and
ultimately the devotion to the uniqueness of the child. Principles that I wish to apply to my students
when I become a teacher.
These experiences make my path of becoming an educator my only plausible destination. I see
student teaching at P.S. 86 as representing a unique opportunity for me to embark on a critical new
professional chapter in my life. One in which I will be able to provide students with a positive
learning environment that welcomes exploration, enhances student's confidence and encourages
them to become successful life-long learners.
Enclosed is my resume for your consideration. Please feel free to contact me at (646) 209-8571
should you require any additional information. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Haidee Garcia

HAIDEE GARCIA
1005 East 174th Street Apt 17B
Bronx, NY 10460 (646) 209-8571 ghaidee@gmail.com
Education
Manhattan College, Sept 2013- Present
Masters Degree: Dual Childhood and Special Education
Honors: Kappa Delta Pi- Mu Sigma Chapter

Riverdale, New York

Herbert H. Lehman College, May 2010

Major: Speech language pathology, Bachelors of Art
Honors: Golden Key National Honor Society, November 2009 | Deans List, September 2008

Bronx, New York

Fordham University-Rose Hill, May 2007

Major: Psychology, Bachelors of Science
Minor: Sociology

Bronx, New York

Certification
New York Department of Education- Substitute Teaching License
Work Experience
January 2015
Present

November 2006Present

P.S. 86x Kingsbridge Heights Schools

Bronx, New York
Student Teacher/ Per Diem Substitute Teacher
Prepared and taught lesson in Math, ELA and Science subjects following the Common Core
Administered assessments, such as Fountas and Pinnell, WIAT-III, and math and writing baselines.
Participated in grade meetings on curriculum building, as well as professional development.
Conducted small group instruction and differentiated learning to develop students understanding on
adding, subtracting and multiplying fractions.
Adopted and emphasized behavior management plan and monitored students behavior.
Conducted all of morning routines, such as checking homework, leading morning meeting and
reviewing problem of the day.

Westmed Medical Group

Clerical Associate
Assist in training new employees on medical systems
Responsible for answering patients billing and insurance inquiries
Verify insurance eligibility and acquire referrals and authorizations
Help coordinate surgical and radiology appointments
Handle checkout process and customer payments

Son-Rise Program
Bronx, New York
Intern
Implemented and planned cognitive activities for an autistic child
Responsible for the welfare of the child
Instructed child in health and personal habits such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
Assisted in preparing meals and refreshment for child and regulated rest periods

September 2006June 2010

Scarsdale, New York

Volunteer Experience
January 2005 ASPIRA of New York, INC.: The 2005 Annual City Youth Conference
Assisted in organizing community service projects and fund-raising
Skills/Qualifications
Fluent in Spanish
Expert in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop C6, GE Centricity Business, Electronic Medical Records
(EMR), Harvest, Point of Sale (POS) Software and SPSS

HAIDEE GARCIA
1005 East 174th Street Apt 17B
Bronx, NY 10460 (646) 209-8571 ghaidee@gmail.com

REFERENCES
Dr. Elizabeth Kosky
Professor of Education
Director of Graduate Special Education Programs
4513 Manhattan College Parkway
Riverdale, NY 10471
Phone: 718-862-7969
Fax: 718-862-7816
elizabeth.kosky@manhattan.edu
Lisa Alexander
Manager of Reception Services
73 Market Street
Yonkers, NY 10710
Tel: 914-848-8093 Ext 8093
Fax: 914-457-3407
lalexander@westmedgroup.com

Barbara Morganelli
Associate Director of Operations
73 Market Street
Yonkers, NY 10710
Tel: 914-831-6884 Ext 6884
Fax: 914-457-3423
bmorganelli@westmedgroup.com

Dr. Steve DiCairano

Internal Medicine
73 Market Street Suite 204
Yonkers, NY 10710
Tel: 914-831-2983 Ext 2983
Sdicairano@westmedgroup.com

Sandra Bruns
Son-Rise Program
3777 Independence Avenue Apt 10M
Bronx, NY 10463
Tel: 646-763-0520
sandrabruns@email.phoenix.edu