Ariella Feinberg
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Graduate student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Bay Path University, with over ten years of experience supporting children with cognitive and physical disabilities in school and community settings. Skilled in building trust, providing emotional and behavioral support, and creating safe, structured environments that help children communicate and grow. Brings a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, strong rapport-building skills, and a calm, grounded presence when supporting dysregulation; seeking an LMHC-eligible internship beginning late August - early September 2026 to continue developing clinical skills under supervision.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
P. G. Chambers School
Cedar Knolls, NJ
08.2015 - Current
- Support students with a wide range of cognitive and physical disabilities using individualized behavioral and learning strategies.
- Assist children in emotional regulation sensory needs and communication support.
- Reinforce positive behavior plans and help students feel safe supported and understood.
- Collaborate with teachers therapists and families to promote consistency across settings.
- Help maintain a structured predictable environment to reduce anxiety and increase engagement.
Lead Teacher
Woodbridge Community Center
Woodbridge, NJ
09.2014 - Current
- Kindergarten teacher responsible for creating a supportive classroom environment for diverse learners including children with learning and emotional needs.
- Develop lesson plans that encourage communication self expression and emotional growth.
- Maintain ongoing communication with families to support each child's progress and behavior needs.
- Use positive reinforcement and patience to guide students through daily challenges.
Assistant Site Supervisor
Bowtie Pool
Port Reading, NJ
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Organized and led group activities supporting communication teamwork and confidence building.
- Completed behavioral and incident reports and maintained daily documentation.
- Communicated with parents regarding needs progress and concerns.
Camp Counselor
Highland Grove Pool
Fords, NJ
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Supported children through structured activities encouraging social emotional and recreational skill development.
Assistant Teacher
Woodbridge Community Center
Woodbridge, NJ
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Assisted early learners with communication emotional regulation and daily routines.
- Worked closely with the Child Care Director to maintain a positive safe and supportive classroom.
Merrill Park Counselor
Woodbridge Township Recreation Department
Woodbridge, NJ
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Organized and engaged children in group activities fostering teamwork and social interaction.
Park Counselor
Woodbridge Township Recreation Department
Woodbridge, NJ
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Responsible for full day programming for campers ages five to thirteen.
- Guided outdoor play activities and maintained safety and structure.
Camp Counselor
Middlesex County College Theater Camp
Edison, NJ
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Taught vocal and theater skills supporting confidence creativity and self expression.
- Communicated with parents regarding behavior needs participation and progress.
Special Education Counselor
Woodbridge Township Recreation Department
Iselin, NJ
08.2012
- Supported children with disabilities in day camp activities focusing on safety communication and behavioral needs.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA11.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT01.2013
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT01.2011
Skills
- Active listening
- Rapport building
- Behavioral and emotional support
- Cognitive and physical disabilities expertise
- Trauma-informed care
- Strengths-based approach
- Autism and developmental needs experience
- Calm grounding presence
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Communication strategies
- Classroom management techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Organizational skills
- Reliability and self-direction
- Conflict resolution
- Motivational skills
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
P. G. Chambers School
08.2015 - Current
Assistant Site Supervisor
Bowtie Pool
06.2015 - 08.2015
Lead Teacher
Woodbridge Community Center
09.2014 - Current
Camp Counselor
Highland Grove Pool
06.2014 - 08.2014
Assistant Teacher
Woodbridge Community Center
10.2013 - 06.2014
Merrill Park Counselor
Woodbridge Township Recreation Department
06.2013 - 08.2013
Special Education Counselor
Woodbridge Township Recreation Department
08.2012
Park Counselor
Woodbridge Township Recreation Department
06.2012 - 08.2012
Camp Counselor
Middlesex County College Theater Camp
06.2006 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Bay Path University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Hartford
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
University of Hartford