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Colleen Bombace

Norwalk,CT

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cafeteria Worker

Darien Public Schools
Norwalk, Connecticut
09.2023 - 06.2025
  • Assisting in the supervision of large group of students
  • Assist with conflict
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Engaged with students and staff in a friendly manner to create a welcoming cafeteria environment.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Stamford Board of Education
Stamford, Connecticut
08.2012 - 06.2023
  • Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
  • Supervised students during classroom activities and transitions to ensure safety.
  • Supported students' emotional and behavioral needs through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Collaborated with educators to adapt lesson materials for diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce learning concepts and skills.
  • Organized classroom resources and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
  • Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
  • Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
  • Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
  • Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
  • Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
  • Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.

Cafeteria para

Norwalk Public Schools
Norwalk, Connecticut
12.2006 - 06.2012
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

JM Wright Tech
Stamford, CT
06-1975

Skills

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Task prioritization
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Decision-making

Certification

  • PARA Professional Certification
  • ASD Training

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cafeteria Worker

Darien Public Schools
09.2023 - 06.2025

Special Education Paraprofessional

Stamford Board of Education
08.2012 - 06.2023

Cafeteria para

Norwalk Public Schools
12.2006 - 06.2012

High School Diploma -

JM Wright Tech

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