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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Summary
Exceptional Teacher Aid with strong communication skills and the dedication to helping students to do their best. Have worked with students in all grades K-12 including special education. Believes strongly in creating a stimulating learning environment in which students can develop to their full potential. Strongly believes every child deserves the best education possible.
Accomplishments
  • While teaching Sunday school for grades 2,3,and 4 at The Unitarian Universalist Church of Buffalo I traveled to Boston MA.
  • to learn and new way of teaching a religious education class.
  • This new way is called Spirit Play, similar to montessori learning. 
  • I spent 4 days in training, learning the techniques of Spirit Play.
  • Once I put the curriculum in place in my own classroom I then was asked to train the k thru 1 teachers and also my back up teachers for my classroom.
  • Since all the teaching positions at the church are all voluntary there will always be need to train new teachers, usually on a yearly basis.
Experience
April 2016
to
June 2016
Autism ServicesWilliamsville, NYDirect Support Professional
  • Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
  • Kept accurate records of student performance, maintaining the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
  • Assessed student progress weekly, monthly and quarterly.
  • Monitored students for destructive or unhealthy behavior and reported concerns to guidance counselors.
  • Alerted administrators to any concerns about student performance and progress.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior among students.
  • Planned and conducted hands-on activities to provide students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate.
  • Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
December 2014
to
April 2016
Pet SmartBuffalo, NYMorning Stocker
  • Stock merchandise to sales floor shelves unload trucks and break down pallets straighten and clean aisles price changes customer service.
September 2014
to
Current
Amherst Central School DistrictAmherst, NYSubstitute Teacher Aid
  • Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
  • Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
  • Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for state standardized tests.
  • Monitored students for destructive or unhealthy behavior and reported concerns to guidance counselors.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior among students.
  • Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work.
  • Helped students develop and improve study methods and habits.
  • Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
September 2007
to
June 2013
Kenmore Tonawanda Union Free School DistrictBuffalo, NYSubstitute Teacher Aid
  • Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
  • Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking.
  • Coached students and reviewed test material in preparation for state-wide standardized tests.
  • Monitored students for destructive or unhealthy behavior and reported concerns to guidance counselors.
  • Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work Established and enforced rules for behavior among students.
  • Alerted administrators to any concerns about student performance and progress.
  • Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Highlights
  • Positive and encouraging
  • Self-motivated
  • Fast learner
  • Excellent time management
  • Works well one on one
  • Adapts to different environments well
  • Calm under pressure
  • Kind and empathetic
Education
1989
Sweet Home High SchoolAmherst, NYHigh School DiplomaGPA: Member of Stage Crew member of the track team member of the year book committee member of the prom committeeMember of Stage Crew member of the track team member of the year book committee member of the prom committee
Skills
critical thinking, customer service, materials, Works, policies, progress, Fast learner, sales, Self-motivated, time management, SCIP-r certified, and CPR trained
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Autism Services
  • Pet Smart
  • Amherst Central School District
  • Kenmore Tonawanda Union Free School District

School Attended

  • Sweet Home High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Direct Support Professional
  • Morning Stocker
  • Substitute Teacher Aid

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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