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Doreen Petriccione

Bear,Delaware

Summary

Paraprofessional with extensive experience in classroom environments and student behavior management. Proficient in individualized instruction and special education support, collaborating effectively with teachers to enhance lesson implementation. Demonstrated success in improving student engagement and academic performance through personalized attention and conflict mediation. Committed to fostering a positive learning atmosphere for diverse student populations.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Christina School District
Newark, DE
08.1990 - 06.2025
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
  • Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with assignments.
  • Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.

School Bus Driver

Laidlaw Transit
Newark, Delaware
08.1987 - 08.1990
  • Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within the allotted timespan.
  • Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of the bus according to established procedures.
  • Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of passengers as needed.
  • Transported students and teachers on school activity trips.
  • Tallied student count, mileage, and fuel usage.
  • Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - American Sign Language (ASL)

Delaware Technical Community College
DE

Skills

  • Instructional support
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Behavior management
  • Special needs support
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Communication strategies
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Special education support
  • Classroom organization
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Teacher assistance
  • Educational support
  • Special education
  • Life skills training
  • Student accommodation
  • Autism spectrum
  • Social development and integration
  • After-school programs

Certification

Christina School District paraprofessional certification

Fluent in American Sign Language

Languages

English
Professional
American Sign Language
Professional

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Christina School District
08.1990 - 06.2025

School Bus Driver

Laidlaw Transit
08.1987 - 08.1990

Some College (No Degree) - American Sign Language (ASL)

Delaware Technical Community College

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