DONNA SUMERISKI
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional bringing in-depth knowledge of classroom environments and student behavior management. Skills include individualized instruction, special education support, and collaboration with teachers to plan and implement lessons. Positively impacted students' learning experience through personalized attention and consistent engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lakewood Board of Education
04.2003 - Current
- Assist classroom teacher with all aspects of special education classes including learning disabled, autistic, selective mutism and oppositional defiant disorder students
- Supported teacher in implementing and monitoring behavioral interventions in classroom
- Gathered and maintained data to track progress on students' IEP goals
- Prepared instructional materials for small group teaching under teacher supervision
- Prepare and collect homework assignments, monitor students behaviors and file in students folders
- Assist children getting on and off the bus, mark attendance and enter into computer system
- Maintain and log inventory of supplies
Site Director
Alphabest Education
12.2021 - Current
- Supervised group of up to 25 children, providing homework assistance to enhance academic support
- Managed daily site schedule, student attendance, and resources to ensure smooth operations
- Implemented curriculum for after school enrichment activities while ensuring compliance with state licensing standards
Front End Bookrunner
Perlmutter Family Shoprite of Fischer Bay
07.2017 - 02.2021
- Led front end cashiers to deliver efficient service
- Provided customer service and resolved issues promptly
- Coordinated with store managers on front end department status
Site Director
YMCA
12.2016 - 06.2020
- Supervised groups of up to 50 children, ensuring a safe and engaging environment
- Fostered positive relationships with students and parents through regular, open communication
- Provided homework assistance and coordinated activities and games to promote learning and social skills
- Attended staff meetings and trainings to ensure maximal safety of the students
- Served and helped to coordinate hot meals for students
Education
High School Education -
Saint Joseph High School
College Education -
Georgian Court College
Skills
- Behavioral interventions
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to handle pressure
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Patience
- Empathy
- Strong work ethic
Other
- ParaPro Praxis - exam passed to become a highly qualified paraprofessional
- Educational Support Professional of the Year - Lakewood Board of Education 2017
Timeline
Site Director
Alphabest Education
12.2021 - Current
Front End Bookrunner
Perlmutter Family Shoprite of Fischer Bay
07.2017 - 02.2021
Site Director
YMCA
12.2016 - 06.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lakewood Board of Education
04.2003 - Current
High School Education -
Saint Joseph High School
College Education -
Georgian Court College