Emily Santos
Shelton,CT
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with a passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Shelton Public School District
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Preschool Teacher
Holly Hill Childcare & Learning Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Provided sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Little White House Learning Center
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted language development in students by engaging them in conversations, reading stories, and teaching songs related to various themes.
- Contributed ideas for classroom decorations that fostered creativity and imagination among young learners.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Supported children''s social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum to support child development milestones.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Maintained accurate records of each student''s progress, sharing updates with parents during conferences.
- Developed a keen understanding of each child''s unique interests, using this knowledge to create tailored learning experiences that resonated with individual students.
- Demonstrated flexibility when adapting lesson plans based on individual student needs or unexpected circumstances within the classroom setting.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Library Student Worker
Naugatuck Community College
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Organized returned books and materials and assisted with shelving.
- Assisted library staff with clerical duties to help lighten workload.
- Improved library organization by accurately shelving books and other materials according to the Library of Congress Classification system.
- Answered general questions in person, by phone and over email.
- Checked out and checked in items using library computer system.
- Maintained and updated records of current collection.
- Aided patrons with use and access to technology, resources and materials.
- Assisted patrons with locating resources for their research and educational needs, enhancing their overall library experience.
- Processed customer fines and educated individual patrons on ways to minimize future charges.
- Monitored patrons at library entrances and public areas and enforced library policies to maintain peaceful atmosphere.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment by performing regular cleaning tasks, contributing to a positive atmosphere for patrons.
Patient Safety Monitor
Griffin Hospital
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Closely monitored visitors entering the facility, ensuring compliance with infection prevention policies and procedures for added security measures against communicable diseases.
- Provided compassionate care and emotional support to patients struggling with mental health challenges, ensuring they received appropriate resources and interventions during their hospital stay.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Observed patients to identify behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms and reported observations to healthcare staff.
- Helped patients complete daily activities of daily living.
- Reduced incidents of medication errors through diligent observation and communication with medical staff.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables, or stretchers.
- Contributed to a safer hospital environment by promptly reporting potential hazards and initiating corrective actions.
Dietary Aide
Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for specific residents.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2026
High School Diploma -
Shelton High School
Shelton, CT06.2019
Skills
- Effective Listening
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Clerical Knowledge
- Elementary Education
- Special Education
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Behavior Management
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Progress Monitoring and Data Collection
- IEP compliance and IEP familiarity
Certification
Pediatric CPR AED.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Shelton Public School District
08.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Holly Hill Childcare & Learning Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Little White House Learning Center
12.2022 - 01.2023
Library Student Worker
Naugatuck Community College
09.2021 - 10.2022
Patient Safety Monitor
Griffin Hospital
02.2020 - 06.2020
Dietary Aide
Lord Chamberlain Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
Western Governors University
High School Diploma -
Shelton High School