Amy Jones
Kent,OH
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with a proven track record in educational and supportive roles, notably with Akron City Schools. Excelled in project management and collaboration, leveraging strong communication and active listening to enhance client and student outcomes. Proficient in MS Office and Google Suite, adept at fostering trust and connections across diverse groups.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Teammates
Munroe Falls, OH
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisting individuals who have disabilities with daily living skills
- Encouraging clients with disabilities in community participation (volunteering, going out for fun days, etc.)
- Documenting daily observations on dashboard and in client communication journals to parents/guardians
- Communicating effectively with team members and parents/guardians
Substitute Teacher
Renhill
Woodridge And Revere City School Districts, OH
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Responsible for instructing and maintaining classroom management while teacher is absent
- Exhibit problem solving skills
Title I Tutor
Akron City Schools
Akron, OH
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Conducted small group intervention instruction for two kindergarten classrooms
- Provided one-on-one reading and math intervention for two kindergarten classrooms
- Assisted teachers with classroom instruction as requested
Music Therapist Assistant
Hearts for Music
Brecksville, OH
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted seven clients who have special needs with playing musical instruments through hand-over-hand instruction as well as converting chords to iPads
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-2021
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health
Walsh University
North Canton, OHSkills
- Establish trust, connection with children and adults
- Project management and collaboration
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Active listening skills
- Experience with diverse groups
- Technology Proficient in:
- MS Office and Google Suite
Accomplishments
- United Christian Ministries- Kent State University; Intern, Executive Board Member, Leadership Board Member
- First Year Experience Class- Kent State University; Student Success Leader
- National Society of Leadership and Success- Kent State University; Member
- American Counseling Association- Member
- Ohio Counseling Association- Member
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Teammates
04.2023 - 02.2024
Substitute Teacher
Renhill
10.2022 - 04.2023
Title I Tutor
Akron City Schools
01.2022 - 06.2022
Music Therapist Assistant
Hearts for Music
09.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kent State University
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health
Walsh University