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Brielle Johnston

Little Falls,New Jersey

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Preschool Teacher

Boys And Girls Club
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing personalized accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Attended professional development workshops regularly, staying up-to-date with current early childhood education trends and techniques for enhanced instruction quality.
  • Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Promoted strong literacy skills by incorporating reading activities throughout the day, laying a solid foundation for future academic achievement.
  • Developed a comprehensive assessment system to track preschoolers'' progress in key developmental areas, using data-driven instruction to tailor lesson plans accordingly.
  • Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.

Paraprofessional

Public School
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • 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.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

Patient Care Coordinator

Immediate Care Psychiatric Center
07.2020 - 12.2021
  • Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
  • Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
  • Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Taught patients and families to use at-home medical equipment.
  • Recommended service improvements to minimize recurring patient issues and complaints.
  • Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints using established follow-up procedures.
  • Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Public School
04.2017 - 06.2019
  • Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Supported students'' social-emotional development through one-on-one counseling sessions and group activities.
  • Developed accessible visual aids for complex concepts, improving comprehension for diverse learners in the classroom setting.
  • Cotaught lessons with general education teachers, integrating modifications for special education students seamlessly into the curriculum.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Magic Years Pre School
02.2014 - 04.2017
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Assisted and supervised children through entire school day.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
  • Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
  • Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
  • Enhanced preschoolers'' learning experiences by incorporating creative and interactive teaching methods in daily lessons.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Submitted weekly lesson plans.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Supported the social-emotional development of students by implementing lessons on empathy, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Managed classroom materials efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily activities and reducing waste.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop curriculum and share best practices, improving overall classroom effectiveness.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Mentored new educators on effective teaching strategies, contributing to their professional development and success in the classroom.
  • Prepared pre-class materials.
  • Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
  • Provided support for children with special needs or behavioral challenges, implementing personalized accommodations to promote inclusivity within the classroom setting.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.

Patient Care Coordinator

Dr. Sylvia Coscia
02.2013 - 01.2016
  • Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, answering questions, and ensuring patient satisfaction with their care experience at the clinic.
  • Assisted patients with completing necessary paperwork and forms to provide healthcare facilities with essential information to bill for services.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
  • Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care.
  • Trained new staff members on office procedures and protocols, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
  • Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
  • Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
  • Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Kean University
Union, NJ
05.2022

Skills

  • Special Needs Support
  • Creative Teaching Strategies
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Sensory Integration
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Learning assessment skills
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Social Skills Development
  • Literacy development
  • Gross Motor Skills
  • Curriculum Development
  • Health and safety
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Supply Management
  • Student Counseling
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Special Education
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Daily Schedule Creation
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Student Engagement and Development
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Emotional Support and Development
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Data Entry
  • Parent and Guardian Relations
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Needs Identification and Assessment
  • Field Trip Supervision

Internship

Working with Aspire as a Behavioral Therapist Assistant.

Working with CCM (Creative Case Manager) and CYBER.

Timeline

Lead Preschool Teacher

Boys And Girls Club
06.2022 - 06.2023

Paraprofessional

Public School
09.2020 - 06.2022

Patient Care Coordinator

Immediate Care Psychiatric Center
07.2020 - 12.2021

Paraeducator, Special Education

Public School
04.2017 - 06.2019

Lead Preschool Teacher

Magic Years Pre School
02.2014 - 04.2017

Patient Care Coordinator

Dr. Sylvia Coscia
02.2013 - 01.2016

Master of Science - Social Work

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Kean University

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