Donna Goree
Englewood
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Paraprofessional and Teacher Assistant with over 16 years of experience supporting children in educational and childcare settings. Experienced working with students with multiple disabilities (MD), implementing IEPs, promoting independence, and creating positive learning environments. Recognized for patience, strong communication skills, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant (Part-Time Afterschool)
The Learning Place
Hackensack
10.2024 - Current
- Worked part-time after school while serving as a full-time paraprofessional.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson preparation and classroom activities.
- Supervised children during enrichment activities, homework time, meals, and outdoor play.
- Encouraged positive behavior and social development through patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
- Built strong relationships with children and families while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Paraprofessional – Multiple Disabilities (MD) Classroom
Leonia Public Schools
Leonia
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided one-on-one and small-group instructional support to students with multiple disabilities and complex learning needs.
- Assisted in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) by reinforcing academic, behavioral, and communication goals.
- Supported students with daily living skills, mobility, personal care, and classroom participation while encouraging independence and self-confidence.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other specialists to meet each student’s individual needs.
- Used positive behavior support techniques to encourage appropriate social interactions and classroom success.
- Adapted classroom materials and activities to meet each student’s abilities and learning style.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student progress and communicated effectively with the educational team.
- Helped create a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment where every student could thrive.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgefield Park Jr./Sr. High School
Ridgefield Park, NJSkills
- Special Education
- Multiple Disabilities (MD) Classroom
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- One-on-One Student Support
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Intervention
- Positive Behavior Support
- Classroom Adaptations
- Student Supervision
- Child Development
- Teacher Collaboration
- Communication
- Teamwork
- First Aid
- Childcare
- Infant & Toddler Care
Timeline
Teacher Assistant (Part-Time Afterschool)
The Learning Place
10.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional – Multiple Disabilities (MD) Classroom
Leonia Public Schools
09.2024 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Ridgefield Park Jr./Sr. High School