Anita Gozda
Meriden,CT
Summary
Highly-motivated Paraprofessional delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student. with the understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities. Responsible and versatile with Strong worth ethic, adaptability, outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. With 20 years of experience and the desire to take on new challengess.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respite Care Worker
Adelbrook Respite
Enfield, CT
01.2023 - Current
- Participated in enjoyable activities with clients to provide mental stimulation.
- Assisted patients with hygiene, diet and mobility practices.
- Performed cooking, cleaning and washing linens.
- Accompanied respite participants on outings and excursions in the community.
- Ensured a safe environment while providing supervision of respite participants at all times.
- Participated in training sessions related to safety procedures, first aid techniques and crisis intervention strategies.
Security Guard
Live Nation
Hartford, CT
05.2022 - Current
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Provided customer service assistance to staff and visitors in a professional manner.
- Answered questions from the public regarding facility rules and regulations.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Observed patrons to quickly address security situations.
Instructional Support Assistant
Adelbrook Learning Center
Cromwell, CT
11.2021 - Current
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Provided classroom support using adapted instructional techniques to appropriate skill levels .
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- .Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
YMCA LITTLE HOUNDS
MERIDEN, CT
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Assist in completion of timely, neat, accurate documentation using excel
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for 25 preschool children
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Maintained safe and clean classroom by teaching good hygiene skills, disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys
- Communicate regularly with parents
- Maintain inventory of classroom supplies, prepare orders as needed to replenish supplies
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Carver Preschool
Wallingford, CT
08.2015 - 03.2018
- Collaborated with 2 other teachers to Implemented individual student support
- Incorporating learning opportunities in children's play
- Kept documentation of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children
- Monitored supplies and material inventory
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Catholic Charities
Meriden, CT
04.2008 - 08.2015
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress
- Created portfolios to document progress for 10 children, updated records of contact, medical information
- Stock and restock supplies, put away deliveries and distribute to classrooms
Education
Parapro - Education
Adult Education
Litchfield, CT08.2023
Security And Protective Services
LBJ Securty Training Program
West Haven, CT06.2022
Certificate: Sterile Processing Technology -
The Ramirez Institute of Sterile Processing
06.2021
12 cr - Community
CT. Middlesex
05.2009
High School Diploma -
06.1983
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Time Management
- Supportive Personality
- Effective Communication
- Activity Implementation
- Childcare Experience
- Educational Assistance
- Small Group Instruction
- Teacher Support
- Special Education Support
- Documentation
- Crisis Management
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Behavior Management
Certification
First aid ,CPR and AED
References
Professional References Reference 1 of 3 Reference 2 of 3 Name: Zoffie Schiopucie School/Org: YMCA little hounds. Cell Phone: 2036860828 Email: Zschiopucie@ meridenymca Mailing Address: south main st meriden ct.06451 Jen Bowlby Carver preschool HPhone: 8603738181 Work Phone: 2036456344 203626926571 North turn pike rd. wallingford ct.06492
Timeline
Respite Care Worker
Adelbrook Respite
01.2023 - Current
Security Guard
Live Nation
05.2022 - Current
Instructional Support Assistant
Adelbrook Learning Center
11.2021 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
YMCA LITTLE HOUNDS
02.2018 - 12.2020
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Carver Preschool
08.2015 - 03.2018
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Catholic Charities
04.2008 - 08.2015
Parapro - Education
Adult Education
Security And Protective Services
LBJ Securty Training Program
Certificate: Sterile Processing Technology -
The Ramirez Institute of Sterile Processing
12 cr - Community
CT. Middlesex