Elyse Caron
Danbury
Summary
Committed to delivering personalized support to students with special needs, a compassionate and dedicated individual with 4 years of experience as a behavior technician. Honed skills in providing one-on-one assistance within the classroom. Currently completing a special education teaching certification to further enhance the ability to make a positive impact on the lives of these students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher and 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
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
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.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Front End/Sales Floor Associate
TJX HomeGoods
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.
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.
- 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.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Teacher Support Specialist
Adelbrook Inc
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
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
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
11.2015 - 07.2019
- 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.
- 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.
Customer Service Cashier
Patterson Oil ( Mobil Gas Station)
07.2014 - 11.2015
- 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.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
Woman's Department Associate
Marshalls TJX Companies
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
12.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
05.2018
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Naguatuck Valley Community College
05.2015
Skills
- Discrete Trial Training
- Data Collection
- Problem-solving abilities
- Prompting Techniques
- Visual supports
- Behavior management
- Differentiated instruction
- Small group and individual assistance
Timeline
Substitute Teacher and 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
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Science - Special Education
Central Connecticut State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Naguatuck Valley Community College
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