Nina DaSilva
Coventry, RI | (401) 589-8695 | nina.dasilv[email protected] | linkedin.com/ninadasilva
Education
University of Rhode Island, Kingston RI May 2024
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Science
Minor: Spanish
GPA: 3.4/4.0; Dean’s List;
Teaching Experience
Teaching Practicum, Springbrook Elementary, Westerly RI, First Grade January - May 2024
● Worked with students to provide meaningful and engaging instruction
● Collaborated with other educators to create weekly lessons
● Observed the classroom and helped with classroom management
Student Teacher, Washington Oak Elementary, Coventry RI, Kindergarten September - December 2023
● Designed and implemented effective lessons on a daily basis
● Work in a collaborative classroom with full time Kindergarten teacher
● Attended PD training and professional learning community with other cohort professionals
● Sent out daily reminders and communications to parents via the Remind app
Teaching Practicum, URI Child Development Center (CDC), Kingston RI, Preschool September - May 2022
● Provided individualized attention and positive adult-child relationships
● Prepared children attending preschool for school success by assisting in reading, shape and colors recognition
Work Experience
Teacher Assistant, Child Care Plus, Coventry RI August 2017 - Present
● Care for children ages 18 months - 3 years of age in the toddler room
● Change diapers, assist with potty training; lead activities including story time, creative and outdoor play
● Communicate with caregivers on daily activities, student progress and learning milestones
On Campus Involvement
Academics Chair, Powerful, Independent, Notoriously, Knowledgeable (PINK) Women May 2022 - Present
● Elected Academics Chair after 2 years of membership
● Lead a group of 60+ women to develop a sense of belonging to increase the retention of multicultural women at URI
● Partner with the Center for Career and Experiential Education (CCEE) to create workshops for members focused on
professional development and leadership opportunities
● Organize multiple events that unite the members by coming together to share various cultural experiences
Resident Assistant (RA), URI Housing and Residential Life January 2021 – December 2021
● Supported students living in residence halls through one-on-one conversations and conflict mediation
● Created a positive living environment by facilitating weekly meetings with all residents
● Provided crisis intervention for students that are at risk for harmful behaviors through positive reinforcement
Skills and Certifications
● Proficient in Microsoft Suite: Excel, Word, Powerpoint; Adobe Suite: InDesign and Photoshop
● Fluent in Spanish and Creole
● Mental Health First Aid Certified, January 2022
