Aalajah Canino
Bloomfield
Summary
Strong background in marketing, business development. Active listener , responds appropriately and accepts direction and feedback with a positive attitude. I work very well with people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Asks questions when confused , to clarify an issue , project or task. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including eye contact and speaking slowly and articulately. Self-motivated and very well organized.
Child development professional with extensive experience in fostering early childhood growth and development. Known for creating engaging educational programs that support children's emotional and cognitive development. Highly collaborative and results-focused, adaptable to evolving needs, and reliable in team dynamics. Proficient in child psychology and behavior management, with nurturing approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Development Specialist
The Village for Families and Children
Hartford CT
01.2024 - Current
- Constructed age-appropriate goals and outcomes to assist children with special needs and developmental delays.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
- Built and maintained strong parent and student relationships.
- Developed level-appropriate lessons and activities to support skill-building needs.
- Provided community resources and education to families to increase knowledge and advocacy skills.
- Created and managed weekly personal schedule to accommodate visits with families, initial evaluations and reviews.
- Assessed exposure to substance abuse, violence, and other risk factors.
- Observed children to recognize and maintain strong awareness of developmental progress.
Direct Support Professional
March Inc
Manchester CT
01.2022 - Current
- Employed communication skills to build trust and rapport with patients and families.
- Utilized assistive devices to support patients with mobility challenges.
- Used electronic health record software to document patient interactions and care plans.
- Monitored patients' conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Behavior Technician
Sallyz Center For Autism
South Windsor, CT
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
PCA
24/7 Harmony Homecare Services LLC
Willimantic, CT
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, enhancing mental well-being.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
Crew Member
Chosen One Seafood
Manchester CT
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
Sales Associate
Finish Line
Manchester CT
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Crew member
Wendy's
Bloomfield, CT
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Education
Nursing
Stone Academy
East Hartford, CTSome College - Social Psychology
Eastern CT State University
Willimantic, CTHigh School Diploma - High School
Achievement First
06.2020
Skills
- Writing
- Speaking
- Education And Training
- Law and Government
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Beginner
- Play-based learning
- Social development
- Child development
- Special needs support
- Activity implementation
- Skill-building exercises
- Developmental assessments
- Physical development
- Self-help skills development
- Child assessment
- Communication techniques
- Educational improvements
- Language development
Timeline
Child Development Specialist
The Village for Families and Children
01.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Sallyz Center For Autism
12.2022 - 01.2024
Direct Support Professional
March Inc
01.2022 - Current
Crew Member
Chosen One Seafood
06.2021 - 12.2021
Sales Associate
Finish Line
06.2021 - 10.2021
PCA
24/7 Harmony Homecare Services LLC
01.2021 - 06.2022
Crew member
Wendy's
04.2019 - 06.2021
Nursing
Stone Academy
Some College - Social Psychology
Eastern CT State University
High School Diploma - High School
Achievement First
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