Anali Purdy
Harrisburg,PA
Summary
Dedicated education and support services professional skilled in fostering independence and well-being. Maintains effective classroom management while delivering personalized care. Communicates with empathy and collaborates with students, families, and staff to enhance learning experiences. Excels in time management and teamwork within diverse educational and behavioral health settings.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services/Foose Elementary/Ben Franklin
Harrisburg, USA
08.2022 - Current
- Substituted for teachers and staff during their absence
- Maintained positive classroom management to foster a supportive learning environment
- Adhere to daily lesson plans
- Promote school rules, expectations, and precautions
- Performed administrative duties, including answering phones and assisting parents, children, and visitors, to enhance school operations
Direct Support Professional
Merakey
Harrisburg, USA
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Delivered daily personal care support for consumer with IDD, enhancing comfort and well-being
- Supported consumer with bathing, hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and mobility to promote independence
- Administered daily medications
- Recorded medication administration, behavioral observations, daily activities, and food intake to ensure comprehensive care
Behavioral Health Technician
TW Ponessa
Harrisburg, USA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Implemented treatment plan goals in client’s homes, schools, and daycares
- Monitored client behaviors and documented progress toward goals
- Evaluated daily sessions and recorded detailed progress notes
- Shared concerns and updates on client progress with parents and clinicians
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Psychology, Minor: Sociology
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA 08.2018 - 12.2021
Skills
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Time Management
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Flexibility
Professional Associations
- Phi Eta Sigma Honors Society, Duquesne University
- Students for Autism Awareness Club, VP, Duquesne University
- Psi Chi-International Honor Society in Psychology, Duquesne University
Timeline
Building Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services/Foose Elementary/Ben Franklin
08.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
TW Ponessa
02.2022 - 06.2022
Direct Support Professional
Merakey
06.2021 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Psychology, Minor: Sociology
Duquesne University
08.2018 - 12.2021