Andrea Gest
Lumberton
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Special Needs Paraprofessional at Enriched Schools, adept at developing Individual Education Plans and fostering effective communication between families and educators. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and leadership in managing challenging behaviors, while ensuring compliance with special education regulations and enhancing student engagement through tailored curriculum adaptations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Paraprofessional
Enriched Schools (ESS)
Cherry Hill
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted with the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans.
- Helped develop strategies for managing challenging behaviors in an effective manner.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal regulations related to special education services.
- Encouraged communication between home and school through parent and teacher conferences and other forms of contact.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education topics.
- Adapted curriculum materials to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities.
- Worked collaboratively with families of special needs students to create a supportive learning environment at home.
- Attended team meetings, workshops, seminars, and conferences as required.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Allies Incorporated Hamilton NJ
Hamilton
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
- Adhered to established policies, procedures and regulations while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
- Organized community outings to enhance social engagement and autonomy.
- Actively participated in educational training programs designed to enhance knowledge about disabilities or mental health issues.
- Transported and accompanied clients during all medical appointments and procedures to speak on their behalf, ensure their safety, and provide proper care as their advocate, as well as documented and carried out all instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rancocas Valley Regional High School
Mount Holly, NJ06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Rowan At Burlington County College
Lumberton, NJSkills
- Very friendly nature with strong interpersonal skills
- Quick learner, and a very efficient worker
- Great interpersonal expertise
- Ingenuity and initiative
- Detail-oriented: ability to multitask
- Leadership skills and self-motivation, a strong ability to work independently, as well as collaborative teamwork
- Proficient in conflict management
- Adept at administering medications accurately
Accomplishments
- Dean's List
- National Honor Society
- People's Choice Awards nominee/winner of class of 2008
- Student of the Month of October 2007
- Distinguished Honor Roll student (all A's)
Timeline
Special Needs Paraprofessional
Enriched Schools (ESS)
09.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Allies Incorporated Hamilton NJ
02.2020 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Rancocas Valley Regional High School
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Rowan At Burlington County College
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