Jill Connolly
St Charles,IL
Summary
For the past several years, I have worked with individuals with developmental disabilities. I have worked with students with complex needs and diagnoses. I am a state certified Para-Professional and Certified Substitute Teacher. I am trained in CPI behavior intervention techniques. Most recently, I am finishing my first semester of Nursing School and can test and register as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mid-Valley Special Education Cooperative
St. Charles , IL
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Assisted in CPI Behavior intervention techniques
Direct Support Professional
Barber National Institute - Main Campus
Erie , PA
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Real Estate Agent
Cbs Home Real Estate
Omaha , NE
03.2008 - 06.2011
- Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media and real estate guides.
- Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
- Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
- Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
- Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
- Represented buyers and sellers of developed and undeveloped properties.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Elgin Community College
Elgin, ILBachelor of Science - Business
Bellevue University
Bellevue Nebraska05.2019
Skills
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Smart Board Technolog
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
- IEP Goals
- Instructional Techniques
- Educational Settings
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Classroom Monitoring
- Teaching and Instruction
- Skills Strategies
- Social and Group Settings
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Classwork Oversight
- Instructional Support
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mid-Valley Special Education Cooperative
08.2018 - 01.2022
Direct Support Professional
Barber National Institute - Main Campus
08.2015 - 06.2018
Real Estate Agent
Cbs Home Real Estate
03.2008 - 06.2011
No Degree - Nursing
Elgin Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business
Bellevue University
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