ANNA GENTILE

gentile.a@gmercyu.edu  |   267-664-6411  |   Souderton, PA 18964

Summary

Experienced as a special education one-to-one and assistant teacher in ESY Programs and currently developing skills in early
education classrooms. A patient and dependable staff member with proven skills in developing strong relationships with
students, staff, and families. Knowledgeable about planning and organizing activities and lessons adapted to meet individual
developmental and intellectual disabilities and skilled in thinking “outside the box” to engage children in learning. Proficient in
handling unexpected behaviors and situations with patience and tolerance. Thrives in environments that allow for opportunities
to support, care and teach children and young adults while supporting the development of their academic, social-emotional,
and independent life skills.

Skills

 Teamwork and Collaboration  Emergency Responsive

 Relationship Building  Group and Individual Instruction
 Problem-Solving and Complaint Resolution Abilities  Experience with children with Autism and Learning
 Childcare Management Difficulties
 Positive Reinforcement Methods  Safe Positioning Knowledge and Mobility Support
 Understanding and implementation of IEPs

Experience

06/2022 - 08/2023 Day Camp Counselor

Souderton Area  Engaged children in arts and crafts, sports activities, games, and field trips while maintaining a safe
School District environment.
Souderton, PA  Monitored for signs of physical and emotional distress and stopped activities to administer care
when appropriate.
 Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups to plan activities accordingly.
 Cultivated and deepened relationships between staff, families, and camp children.
 Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations, and work-related problems.
 Promoted fun, safe, and inclusive environments by monitoring the activity of campers to identify
and address behavioral issues.
 Enforced discipline and policies to protect the safety of recreational activity participants.

08/2021 - 06/2022 After School Program Coordinator

Variety Club Camp  Provided a safe and relaxed after school environment for students thrive in while practicing
Worcester, PA vocational skills.
 Collaborated with staff to plan small field trips and special activities.
 Planned daily schedules to follow with breaks, nature walks, yoga, games and life skill
assignments.
 Communicated with staff to address challenging behaviors from students

06/2021 - 08/2021 ESY Assistant Teacher

Variety Club Camp  Worked with students to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced during the past school
 Worcester, PA year by organizing enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
 Participated in workshops, training, and conferences to improve educational skills.
 Assisted the teacher with enrichment activities, managing behavior, and supervising the classroom
to foster a positive learning environment for varying learning styles and abilities while meeting
diverse student needs.
 Studied student background reviews and IEPs to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to
develop tailored activities based on student needs.
 Helped students with limited mobility move around camp areas and handle personal care tasks.
Often included lifting students in and out of wheelchairs, retrieving walkers or braces, assisting
children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills, aided disabled students in using restroom
facilities.
 Helped students to develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and
encouragement by observing students and utilizing success intervention techniques to correct
problems with discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.

01/2019 - 03/2021 Winter and Spring Saturday Arts Group Leader

Variety Club Camp  Coached and developed direct reports to lead problem-solving activities.
Worcester, PA  Encouraged curiosity and exploration with tailored recreation programs.
 Supported children in activities such as singing, physical activity, dancing, eating, using the
bathroom, art, and gross motor games.

06/2020 - 08/2020 ESY One-to-One

Variety Club Camp  Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
Worcester, PA  Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
 Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
 Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual
needs.
 Worked with one-to-one to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced during the past school
year by organizing enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
 Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.

01/2019 - 05/2019 Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®  Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
Souderton, PA  Discussed menu options with customers and offered suggestions to meet individual needs and
drive sales.

Education and Training

Expected in 12/2023 Bachelor of Science in Early Education PreK-4th Grade, Special Education
Gwynedd Valley, PA Gwynedd Mercy University
 Awarded Gwynedd Mercy Grant
 Awarded Phi Theta Kappa Grant
 Gold Transfer Scholarship

05/2021 Associate of Science in Early Education, PreK-4th Grade

Blue Bell, PA Montgomery County Community College