Dearjah Smith
Hartford,CT
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
CREC River street school
Windsor , CT
2023.10 - Current
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to establish a conducive learning atmosphere.
- Delivered personalized instruction to students with disabilities, fostering their acquisition of fundamental literacy and numeracy skills.
- Contributed to the development of personalized behavior management plans for students based on their individual needs.
- Attended IEP meetings, developed intervention strategies and communicated results to faculty members.
- Assumed responsibility for class of special education students in the absence of lead teacher.
Classroom Teacher's Aide
Solterra Academy FTN CT Holdings
New Britain , CT
2022.04 - 2023.10
- Supplied targeted instruction to students requiring supplementary assistance with coursework.
- Supported classroom teacher in creating effective lesson plans.
- Ensured accurate assessment of student performance by tracking progress and communicating findings.
- Managed student behavior in various settings including the classroom.
Scheduling Coordinator
The Keys home care
Farmington , Ct
2022.10 - 2023.10
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure they are aware of their shifts and any changes that may occur.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding schedule changes or availability of services and products.
- Ensured accuracy of payroll information by verifying employee hours worked against timesheets submitted at the end of each pay period.
Behavioral Job Coach
Vinfen Corporation
Windsor , CT
2017.05 - 2022.05
- Documented clients' behaviors in accordance with agency guidelines for quality assurance.
- Analyzed environmental triggers that lead to behavioral issues, implementing strategies for effective management.
- Collaborated with vocational training programs to improve clients' employability skills.
- Ensured clients received continuous support, guiding them in their job performance and progression.
Residential Counselor
Vinfen Corporation
Windsor , CT
2017.05 - 2022.05
- Documented observations of client progress, notifying supervisors of any behavioral changes.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Implemented behavioral interventions designed to modify or reduce problematic behaviors.
- Supervised medication administration according to physician instructions.
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
Residential Counselor
Commuity residence inc
Newington , CT
2015.10 - 2018.01
- Maintained accurate records of client information including medical histories, medications administered, counseling sessions attended.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
- Prepared meals and assisted clients with laundry and household chores.
Receptionist
community residence inc
Newington , CT
2016.06 - 2017.01
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations.
- Handled mail distribution, including sorting and forwarding incoming mail and preparing outgoing mail.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windsor High School
Windsor, CT2013-06
Skills
- Behavioral plan management
- Classroom support
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Client Advocacy
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
- Mental Health Disorders
- Crisis Counseling
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Document Control
- Data Entry
- First Aid Training
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
CREC River street school
2023.10 - Current
Scheduling Coordinator
The Keys home care
2022.10 - 2023.10
Classroom Teacher's Aide
Solterra Academy FTN CT Holdings
2022.04 - 2023.10
Behavioral Job Coach
Vinfen Corporation
2017.05 - 2022.05
Residential Counselor
Vinfen Corporation
2017.05 - 2022.05
Receptionist
community residence inc
2016.06 - 2017.01
Residential Counselor
Commuity residence inc
2015.10 - 2018.01
High School Diploma -
Windsor High School
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