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Danaa Ross

East Orange

Summary

To participate as a team member in a dynamic work environment focused on promoting business growth by providing superior value and service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

ESS
09.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for providing staff support to students in an educational or childcare environment
  • Responsibilities include working with children individually or in small groups by providing basic instruction on reading, writing, math and social and emotional life skills
  • Responsible for providing one-to-one behavior modification for children diagnosed with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis

Environmental Aide

Morristown Medical Center
12.2019 - 10.2021
  • Responsible for ensuring a sterile and safe environment for patients and staff
  • Responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting all areas within a room that patients have come in contact with, such as, beds, restrooms, vents, floors and so on.
  • Assisted in waste management processes, promoting recycling and proper disposal techniques within the facility.
  • Monitored inventory levels of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock for daily operations.

Custodial Worker

Newark Board of Education
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • Maintain restrooms, classrooms and other parts of the building
  • Replenish inventory stock to ensure that supplies and equipment are available in adequate amounts;
  • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  • Monitor building safety and cleanliness by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and emptying trash

Mail Handler

United States Post Office
11.2017 - 01.2019
  • Operated sorting machinery to efficiently categorize and route mail.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.

Paraprofessional

Newark Board of Education
09.2017 - 08.2018
  • Provides assistance in the classroom when conducting curriculum based group lessons;
  • Assist children in developing basic and cognitive learning skills, assisted with conflicts, and supervised the children;
  • Developed a supporting relationship with students and with their parents and guardians;
  • Maintains complete records of students' performance, progress, and attendance;
  • Offers a productive learning environment and ensures students' progress.

Sales Associate

IKEA
01.2016 - 08.2017
  • Assisted customers in locating their choice of items by either directing them to correct shelves /aisles or leading to them;
  • Provided product information and demonstration, specifically for items that need to be installed or constructed;
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned a reputation for exceeding sales goals.

Education

License - Cosmetology

Empire Beauty School
Bloomfield
04-2025

Skills

  • Proficient in internet research and navigation
  • Attentive listening abilities
  • Behavior management
  • Project management skills
  • Data collection & research
  • Documentation skills
  • Custodial machine operation
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Time management

Timeline

Paraprofessional

ESS
09.2022 - Current

Environmental Aide

Morristown Medical Center
12.2019 - 10.2021

Custodial Worker

Newark Board of Education
08.2018 - 12.2019

Mail Handler

United States Post Office
11.2017 - 01.2019

Paraprofessional

Newark Board of Education
09.2017 - 08.2018

Sales Associate

IKEA
01.2016 - 08.2017

License - Cosmetology

Empire Beauty School