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Emily McManus

Hudson,MA

Summary

Dedicated ABA Paraprofessional with proven expertise in applied behavior analysis and effective collaboration with educators at Shrewsbury Public Schools. Successfully enhanced student engagement through tailored interventions and progress monitoring, fostering positive learning environments. Skilled in crisis intervention and promoting self-advocacy, ensuring students thrive academically and socially.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

ABA Paraprofessional

Shrewsbury Public Schools
06.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, behavioral incidents, and intervention outcomes for further analysis.
  • Conducted functional assessments to identify triggers of problem behaviors and establish effective intervention plans accordingly.
  • Assisted teachers in managing classroom behaviors, ensuring a conducive learning environment for all students.
  • Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations involving escalated behaviors or emotional distress among students.

Child Specific Aide

Shrewsbury Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.

Night Manager/ Department Manager

Shaw's Supermarket
08.2018 - 07.2023
  • Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
  • Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.
  • Evaluated employee performance fairly and accurately, rewarding hard work while addressing areas needing improvement.

Education

Business Administration

Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA
01-2022

Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
01-2018

Skills

  • Collaboration with professionals
  • Reinforcement procedures
  • Functional communication training
  • Social skills development
  • Progress monitoring
  • Incidental teaching
  • Applied behavior analysis
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Group instruction
  • Individualized education plans
  • Autism spectrum

Timeline

ABA Paraprofessional

Shrewsbury Public Schools
06.2024 - Current

Child Specific Aide

Shrewsbury Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024

Night Manager/ Department Manager

Shaw's Supermarket
08.2018 - 07.2023

Business Administration

Fitchburg State University

Lesley University
Emily McManus