Anyssa Z Roper

Dedicated early childhood educator with a strong background in early childhood education, special education, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Passionate about creating nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments where young children can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Experienced in supporting diverse learners, including children with developmental delays, behavioral challenges, and IEPs.

Head Start Teacher / Head Teacher, Preschool - MMCC – Montefiore Mosholu Community Center - Bronx, NY

(2025-10)

• Lead a preschool classroom in accordance with Head Start standards.
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Support children's social-emotional and academic growth.
• Collect data and track developmental progress.
• Communicate regularly with families.
• Collaborate with staff to support children with diverse needs.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom.

Student teacher - Integrated Co-Teaching Classroom - Samara Community Schools - Bronx, NY

(2025-02)

• Worked with a mentor teacher in a kindergarten ICT classroom with 10 students, including general education and students with IEPs.
• Helped plan and teach lessons using visual schedules, hands-on activities, and technology to support all learners.
• Provided small-group and one-on-one support in early literacy, math, and social-emotional skills.
• Used songs, movement, and sensory activities to keep students engaged and excited about learning.
• Assisted with classroom management by reinforcing positive behavior and helping students follow routines.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to support students' learning goals and IEP needs.
• Observed and recorded student progress through informal assessments and teacher guidance.
• Encouraged student independence by guiding them in classroom tasks, communication, and problem-solving.

Behavior Consultant - Lil Know-It Owls

(2025-02 - 2026-02)

• Implemented individualized ABA therapy plans to support children with autism and developmental delays.
• Collected and documented behavior data to track progress and guide treatment adjustments.
• Used positive reinforcement strategies to increase communication, social, and adaptive skills.
• Followed behavior intervention plans to reduce challenging behaviors and support self-regulation.
• Collaborated with supervisors and caregivers to ensure consistent, goal-oriented support across settings.

Special Education Preschool Teacher - ACDS Pelham - Pelham, NY

(2024-02 - 2025-02)

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for preschool students with diverse needs.
• Design and deliver engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood development standards and IEP goals.
• Create a safe, nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that fosters positive social interactions.
• Implement effective behavior management strategies to support individual needs and promote self-regulation skills.
• Establish clear routines and expectations to ensure a predictable and structured learning environment.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, and other specialists to create a cohesive student support system.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress, IEPs, and concerns.
• Participate in IEP meetings, team conferences, and other collaborative planning sessions.
• Document student progress and maintain accurate records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in special education and early childhood development through ongoing professional learning opportunities.
• Utilize data-driven decision-making to improve instructional practices and student outcomes continuously.

Pre K Head Teacher - Luminous Early Childhood Learning Center - Bronx, NY

(2023-09 - 2024-02)

• Offers Students a secure setting and education that fosters their intellectual, physical, and social development.
• Set personal goals, conduct ongoing progress evaluations, and help them adjust to kindergarten.
• Cultivates a cooperative relationship with parents and promotes their active participation.
• Taking the lead in developing the curriculum.
• Evaluating the existing state of education and lesson plans.
• You are contributing to the leadership and management of the school.

Instructor - New York City Charter School for Autism - Bronx, NY

(2022-09 - 2023-07)

• Gathering, compiling, and assessing data on educational initiatives, including textual reports and visual graphs showcasing student data.
• Conducting ongoing preference surveys for students and employing and overseeing motivating systems.
• Helping to create, put into practice, and evaluate a program for all the assigned pupils to improve their conduct.
• Attending student clinic meetings and employing a range of behavior-analytic instructional techniques.

ABA Therapist - Assisted Development and Growth - Woodside, NY

(2021-11 - 2022-05)

• Apply techniques to learning to change the behavior of social significance.
• Research and develop a personalized therapy program and timetable for each client.
• Assist the client 1:1 in developing the abilities needed to succeed in treatment.
• In situations of rehabilitation, act as a mediator and point of communication between clients, friends, and family.

ABA Therapist - City Pro Group - New Rochelle, NY

(2018-06 - 2020-03)

• Facilitated individual and family therapy sessions for children, ages 1 to 3.
• Observed and monitored client behavior during daily sessions.
• Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating the number of times maladaptive behavior occurred and the percentage of correct responses to respective targets for behavioral adjustment.

Master of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis - Touro University (2027-12)

Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) - Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2) - Lehman College, City University of New York (CUNY) (2025-05)