Compassionate and motivated Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across levels.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
Meadow Brook School
01.2023 - Current
Modified work for students based on their academic needs
Small group instruction to reinforce social skills.
Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Registered Medical Assistant
Baystate Plastic Surgery & Pain Management
09.2020 - 03.2021
Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Long-Term Disability Benefits Specialist
Unum
01.2006 - 01.2010
Made initial call to claimant to discuss received information and request any outstanding documents
Consulted with manager to develop an action plan for the claim
Worked with nurses, physicians, lawyers, vocational rehabilitation specialists, and financial advisors to make decisions on complex claims
Periodically, contact claimant via phone or mail to provide updates on the status of his or her claim
Make decision on claim, made payments, or sent denial letter to claimant
Continue to communicate with claimant about necessary documents to continue eligibility.
Education
Master of Education - Counseling Psychology
Cambridge College
01.2012
Bachelor of Arts -
Assumption College
01.2006
Skills
Compassion and Empathy
Life-Long Learning
Relationship Building
Problem Solving
Prioritization
Teamwork
Certification
RMA, Holyoke Community College, 2020, present
Initial Guidance Counselor License
Timeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
Meadow Brook School
01.2023 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant
Baystate Plastic Surgery & Pain Management
09.2020 - 03.2021
Long-Term Disability Benefits Specialist
Unum
01.2006 - 01.2010
Master of Education - Counseling Psychology
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts -
Assumption College
RMA, Holyoke Community College, 2020, present
Initial Guidance Counselor License
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