Alese Finley
New Lexington,United States
Summary
A dedicated individual experienced in working with children exhibiting signs of developmental, mental health, or behavioral challenges. Proactive in addressing concerns in order to better integrate child success through key development stages.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Developmental Specialist
Morgan County Board Of Developmental Disabilities
05.2024 - Current
- Present early childhood development information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as modeling, family exercises, and play assistance equipment recommendations.
- Design, plan, organized, and directed strategies for families to utilize to support their child with developmental delays.
- Delivered informative presentations on topics relevant to youth development during professional development opportunities.
Service and Support Administrator
Morgan County Board Of Developmental Disabilities
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed relationships with families, resulting in better support for children with disabilities and their support system.
- Coordinated services that work best for children and families with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted in providing group respite to children with developmental challenges to ensure parents are supported in stress management.
- Increased access to resources for families by establishing partnerships with local organizations and businesses.
Substitute Teacher
The Renhill Group
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Collaborated with teachers and related service providers to create customized classroom environments integral to students' needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University Lancaster
Lancaster, OHBachelor of Science - Psychology
Franklin University
Columbus, OH08.2023
Skills
- Empathy
- Compassion-driven
- High-communication skillset
- Parental Interaction
- Behavior Redirection
- Social Development Support
Certification
- CONNECT Trainer, The Academy - Since February 28th 2024
Timeline
Developmental Specialist
Morgan County Board Of Developmental Disabilities
05.2024 - Current
Service and Support Administrator
Morgan County Board Of Developmental Disabilities
01.2024 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
The Renhill Group
09.2023 - 01.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
08.2021 - 05.2023
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Ohio University Lancaster
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Franklin University
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