Elyse Caron
Danbury,CT
Summary
Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than two years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher & Paraprofessional
Kelly Services
09.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Registered Behavior Technician
Connecticut Behavioral Health
Cheshire, CT
03.2023 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
Durational Shortage Area Permit Teacher
Specialized Education Services Inc
Hartford, CT
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Front End/Sales Floor Associate
TJX HomeGoods
Southington, CT
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, ensuring an efficient shopping experience for customers.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with both customers and colleagues, fostering a positive work environment.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently providing knowledgeable assistance and friendly service on the sales floor.
- Actively listened to customers'' needs and preferences, suggesting relevant products tailored specifically for their requirements.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Streamlined checkout process, reducing wait times and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Butterfly Effects Inc.
Connecticut
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Reduced maladaptive behaviors by utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis techniques effectively.
- Supported clients in achieving their goals through consistent data collection and analysis.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering trust and positive relationships that facilitated learning opportunities.
- Maintained accurate records, contributing to the overall success of treatment plans.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Used Central Reach Software to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained professional relationships with guardians and caregivers of clients
Teacher Support Specialist
Adelbrook Inc
Manchester, CT
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked one-on-one with students to provide academic support.
- Collected daily behavioral and academic data.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Assistant Teacher
Connecticut Institute for the Blind/ Oak Hill
New Hartford, CT
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Part Time Instructor
Baroco Corporation
Torrington, CT
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Assisted with personal hygiene of client
- Engaged clients with daily activities in their community
- Assisted with feeding per their programming
- Observed and reported changes in resident functional and cognitive behavior.
Guest Service Associate
Cumberland Farms
Southington, CT
11.2015 - 07.2019
- Processed payments accurately, maintaining proper cash handling procedures and balanced registers at the end of each shift.
- Resolved customer complaints diplomatically, resulting in enhanced guest relations and return visits.
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring a smooth and pleasant guest experience.
- Streamlined check-in and check-out processes for increased efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming lobby area to create a positive first impression for guests.
- Monitored food service operations during meal times for compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Verified proper Identification for age restricted products.
Customer Service Cashier
Patterson Oil ( Mobil Gas Station)
Thomaston, CT
07.2014 - 11.2015
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
- Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
- Balanced cash registers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies and errors.
Woman's Department Associate
Marshalls TJX Companies
Watertown, CT
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2018
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Naguatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT05.2015
Skills
- Discrete Trial Training
- Data Collection
- Token Economy Systems
- Problem-solving abilities
- Prompting Techniques
- Visual supports
- Behavior Observation
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
Timeline
Substitute Teacher & Paraprofessional
Kelly Services
09.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Connecticut Behavioral Health
03.2023 - Current
Durational Shortage Area Permit Teacher
Specialized Education Services Inc
04.2022 - 03.2023
Teacher Support Specialist
Adelbrook Inc
06.2021 - 04.2022
Assistant Teacher
Connecticut Institute for the Blind/ Oak Hill
02.2021 - 05.2021
Registered Behavioral Technician
Butterfly Effects Inc.
02.2020 - 08.2022
Front End/Sales Floor Associate
TJX HomeGoods
10.2019 - 09.2022
Part Time Instructor
Baroco Corporation
07.2019 - 02.2021
Guest Service Associate
Cumberland Farms
11.2015 - 07.2019
Customer Service Cashier
Patterson Oil ( Mobil Gas Station)
07.2014 - 11.2015
Woman's Department Associate
Marshalls TJX Companies
11.2013 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Special Education
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Naguatuck Valley Community College
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