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Education
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Jaime Hanlon

ACDS (Association for Children With Down Syndrome)
Oceanside,NY
Jaime Hanlon
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience

Compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Counseling graduate student with experience supporting children with autism and developmental disabilities in a special education setting. Passionate about promoting emotional well-being and pursuing a career in behavioral health and clinical mental health counseling.

Work History

Assistant Preschool Teacher

8 Months
ACDS (Association for Children With Down Syndrome) | 12.2025 - Current
  • Serve as a 1:1 aide for a preschool student, providing individualized academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and behavioral support throughout the school day.
  • Implement individualized education programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention strategies under the direction of classroom teachers and clinical staff.
  • Support children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities through structured classroom routines and therapeutic activities.
  • Collaborate with teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, and other multidisciplinary professionals to support student development.
  • Monitor student behaviors, encourage positive coping skills, and reinforce appropriate social interactions.
  • Assist with communication, sensory regulation, daily living skills, and classroom transitions while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Build trusting therapeutic relationships through patience, empathy, consistency, and positive reinforcement.

Childcare Provider

4 Years 1 Month
09.2021 - 10.2025
  • Provided attentive supervision to always ensure children’s safety and well-being.
  • Developed and facilitated engaging, age-appropriate activities including games, crafts, and outdoor play.
  • Prepared healthy meals and snacks tailored to children’s dietary needs.
  • Supported children’s academic growth by assisting with homework and educational projects.
  • Maintained a clean, organized environment by tidying play areas and managing children’s laundry.
  • Safely transported children to school, appointments, and extracurricular activities as needed.
  • Administered basic first aid and medications according to parental instructions.
  • Fostered open communication with parents regarding children’s routines, progress, and any concerns.

Cell Site Lease Agreement Coordinator

3 Years 2 Months
Transcend Wireless | 06.2022 - 08.2025
  • Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated lease agreements for wireless communication sites, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
  • Coordinated with landlords, property owners, and legal teams to finalize lease terms and resolve disputes.
  • Maintained and updated lease databases, tracking key dates, financial obligations.

Key Holder/Sales Associate

Misbehavin Boutique | 05.2023 - 03.2023
  • Participated in recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates, assisting with interviews, and onboarding new team members to align with store culture and performance standards.
  • Managing the store’s security alarm system, including ensuring it’s in perfect condition, enabling it, and disabling it when necessary.
  • Storing and protecting the security alarm codes, changing them when necessary.
  • Assisting store cashiers at peak periods.
  • Attending customer requests or inquiries in the store.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of Bridgeport | 12.2027

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Education

University of Mississippi | 05.2025

Member of Delta Gamma Sorority

Skills

Therapeutic Communication
Behavioral Observation
Behavior Intervention
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Developmental Disabilities
Crisis Prevention
De-escalation Techniques
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Client Rapport Building
Trauma-Informed Care
Patient Safety
Emotional Support
Confidentiality (HIPAA Awareness)

Professional Skills

  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Organization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork

Certification

  • Introduction to Human Resources
  • Talent Sourcing
  • Talent Management
  • Storytelling for Recruiting & Employee Retention

Honors

Elite Dance Company 2018 National Dance Champions, Honor Roll/High Honor Roll, Outstanding Leadership Award, Mentor-Selected by Faculty to Support Freshman Class

Timeline

Assistant Preschool Teacher

ACDS (Association for Children With Down Syndrome)
12.2025 - CurrentRead More

Key Holder/Sales Associate

Misbehavin Boutique
05.2023 - 03.2023Read More

Cell Site Lease Agreement Coordinator

Transcend Wireless
06.2022 - 08.2025Read More

Childcare Provider

09.2021 - 10.2025Read More

University of Bridgeport

Master of Science from Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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University of Mississippi

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology and Education
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Jaime Hanlon