Supportive, patient, and compassionate professional with education and experienc
e working with and counseling troubled children and adolescents with behavioral and mental health issues; well prepared to transition into mental health support role. * Training & Instruction: Practical experience working with elementary-aged chil dren. Worked one-on-one with special needs child, ensuring IEP is followed. Prof icient in identifying types and levels of learning and creating cooperative grou p activities that focus on different ways to educate. * Counseling: Skilled in conducting assessments, identifying needs, and supplyin g support in management of mental health, behavioral, and crisis issues. Experie nced in applying approved counseling approaches for children and adolescents. Us e active listening to understand needs. * Communication and Presentation: Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and listening skills. Expertise in presenting technical information in clear and con cise formats to individuals and small group. Interact well with people of varied ages, ethnicities, professions and socioeconomic levels. * Key Strengths: Intuitive understanding of children with proven ability in quic kly establishing rapport and trusted relationships. Capable of remaining calm bu t firm during dealing with behavioral problems in variety of settings. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science in Psychology with Minor in Biology
ST. JOHN FISHER COLLEGE, Rochester, New York (5/2010) CPR Certified Fingerprint-supported Background Check Clearance through New York State Educatio n Department PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, Rochester, New York
Paraprofessional (5/2010 V Present) Provide one-on-one classroom support to child with significant behavioral issues . Collaborate with Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, and classroom teacher on techniques and approaches for keeping child engaged in learning process. Reco rd data into daily log to assist in development of Behavior Interaction Plan. X Instrumental in improving students behavior within classroom by providing nece ssary support and interactions. Student Volunteer (2/2010 V 4/2010) Assisted teacher in 12:1+1 classroom setting with small group social skill sessi ons and speech and language activities. Supported teacher with delivery of daily lesson plans and controlling student behavior. Maintained cooperative and posit ive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families. KIDS ADJUSTING THROUGH SUPPORT, Rochester, New York Program Volunteer (1/2010 V 4/2010) Planned and executed therapeutic activities for children dealing with family mem bers cancer illness and treatments. Served as co-facilitator in small group supp ort discussions. PRIVATE FAMILIES, Victor, New York / Mendon, New York Nanny (6/2009 V 12/2009) and (2/2007 V 6/2007) Supported families with care, guidance, and supervision of children, ages rangin g from 2 to 11. Ensured children followed structured routine and provided daily updates to parents. Worked closely with children on acceptable social and behavi oral skills. Provided tutoring in academic subjects. Engaged older children in p roblem-solving exercises when faced with stressful, anxiety-producing situations . X Gained valuable exposure to family dynamics and interaction. X Learned and applied techniques for proper handling and stimulation of child wi th ADHD.