My interests include anything outdoors, riding bikes, walking trails, swimming
Danielle Pearson
Hartford,CT
Summary
Driven Paraeducator and Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at Crec River Street School, enhancing student engagement and providing emotional support. Skilled in collaborative teamwork and classroom management, I excel in creating inclusive learning environments and fostering significant behavior improvements. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and dependability, contributing to positive educational outcomes, strong commitment to total development of students. Team player focused on achieving educational goals and ensuring students success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator
Crec River Street School
11.2014 - Current
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing behavioral issues promptly and following established protocols.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Collaborated with speech, occupational, and physical therapists to ensure a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of autistic learners.
Personal Care Assistant
Beatice Anaya (Bryan Anaya) Son
04.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments.
- Assisted patient with self administered medication.
- Assisted patients with bathing,grooming,dressings,and private residences and facilities.
Personal Care Assistant
Andrea Ibrahim
12.2015 - 11.2022
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching, and strength building.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted clients with meal planning and preparation, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferences for optimal nutrition.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Assisted patient with self administered medications.
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Residential Assistant
Harc Inc
06.2012 - 08.2015
- Facilitated conflict resolution between residents when necessary, promoting a harmonious living environment for all occupants.
- Contributed to staff meetings, sharing progress reports and providing suggestions on potential operational improvements.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Assisted with move-in and move-out processes, ensuring smooth transitions for new and departing residents.
- Assisted property management in the development of annual budgets for maintenance and operation expenses, ensuring accurate financial planning.
- Assisted clients with self administered medications.
- Assisted clients with bathing,grooming,dressings,and oral hygiene care.
Education
High School Diploma -
06.2004
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Emotional Support
- Student Engagement
- Behavior improvements
- Teacher Assistance
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Social Skills Development
- Special Education Support
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Interests
Certification
- [Department of children and Families Mandated Reporter Training - [September 26,2024]
- Safety Care training once a year from 2014-2024
Accomplishments
- Awarded multiple bonuses for punctuality and outstanding attendance.
- Tutored [Number] special needs students before and after school.
- Supported 3 classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of 7 students.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Personal Care Assistant - Beatice Anaya (Bryan Anaya) Son
04.2021 - 03.2024
Personal Care Assistant - Andrea Ibrahim
12.2015 - 11.2022
Paraeducator - Crec River Street School
11.2014 - Current
Residential Assistant - Harc Inc
06.2012 - 08.2015
Bulkeley High School - High School Diploma,
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