David Roach
Ambler,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated to helping the cause for special needs children and peers to improve both quality of life and social integration. Exudes a confident and uplifting demeanor to help with the learning process. Being a swim teacher for almost 2 years has helped me realize both the challenges and rewards of teaching.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
General Heathcare Resources
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher with student management.
- 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.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
General Contractor Assistant
J Quest Construction
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted in renovations by removing refuse, performing light demolition, and painting and installing sheetrock.
- Worked alongside contractors to establish timelines for construction projects and provided quality and cost control on various projects
- Worked with a crew of 5 managing efficiency and safety.
- Operated a variety of power tools and hand tools.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
- Unloaded and stored construction materials.
- Painted walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Mixed mortar and concrete.
- Dug trenches and backfill holes to prepare for construction site.
- Operated heavy machinery on construction sites.
Deck Supervisor
Goldfish Swim School
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Tested chemicals in a controlled environment
- Taught children of many ages and learning levels how to swim
- Worked extensively with special needs children and children on the autism spectrum
- Held pre and post-shift meetings going over what teachers did well and what they can improve on.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
- Utilized effective record-keeping system for tracking customer information.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PAHigh School Diploma -
Abington Senior High School
Abington, PA06.2019
Skills
- Teacher Support
- Social Integration
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Heavy Lifting
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Social Development
musician
I have been playing piano, bass, and guitar for about 14 years now. I feel music can help students cognitively and spread positivity!
Certification
Cpr certified
Timeline
Paraprofessional
General Heathcare Resources
09.2023 - Current
General Contractor Assistant
J Quest Construction
03.2021 - 06.2023
Deck Supervisor
Goldfish Swim School
01.2019 - 10.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Montgomery County Community College
High School Diploma -
Abington Senior High School
Similar Profiles
JESSICA SCHNEIDERJESSICA SCHNEIDER
Registered Nurse, Medical at General Healthcare Resources, Inc - DelawareRegistered Nurse, Medical at General Healthcare Resources, Inc - Delaware
Jaheem LawrenceJaheem Lawrence
Licensed Practical Nurse at General Health Resources AgencyLicensed Practical Nurse at General Health Resources Agency
Olivia SparksOlivia Sparks
Paraprofessional at General Healthcare Resources Inc.Paraprofessional at General Healthcare Resources Inc.