April Greenaway
Titusville,FL
Summary
Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Apollo Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Taught reading to individual and small groups.
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Certified Medical Assistant
Parrish Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Registered Behavior Technician
Able Academics
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
Medical Assistant
Orthopedics Of Brevard
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary equipment and supplies, optimizing efficiency during appointments.
- Proactively addressed parent concerns regarding their child''s health, providing reassurance while working closely with physicians to develop appropriate care plans.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12.2024
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Keiser University
Melbourne, FL05.2013
Associate of Arts -
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL05.2006
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Instructional support
- Special Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Prompting Techniques
- Group Instruction
- Individualized Education Plans
- Toilet training
- Behavioral assessment
- Discrete Trial Training
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Apollo Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Parrish Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Able Academics
11.2021 - 03.2024
Medical Assistant
Orthopedics Of Brevard
04.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Walden University
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Keiser University
Associate of Arts -
Eastern Florida State College
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