Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Janet Pagan

Somerdale,NJ

Summary

Accomplished Paraprofessional Educator with a proven track record at Gloucester City Board Of Education, enhancing student engagement and classroom efficiency through innovative teaching aids and strong teacher collaboration. Skilled in Classroom Management and fostering positive reinforcement, significantly contributing to an inclusive learning environment. Expertise in IEP familiarity and Autism Spectrum Support, demonstrating a commitment to educational excellence and student success.

Overview

33
years of professional experience

Work History

Gloucester City Board Of Education

Paraprofessional Educator
11.1999 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Aided teachers in coordinating extracurricular events and field trips, providing enriching experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between learning activities by efficiently organizing supplies and preparing spaces for optimal productivity.
  • Contributed to a positive classroom culture by establishing strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with families.
  • Boosted classroom engagement by incorporating interactive, hands-on activities into daily lesson plans.
  • Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.

US Post Office

Mail Handler
12.2017 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Utilized physical strength to move mail and packages of varying sizes and weights.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient mail handling processes.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling and sorting mail for personal safety purposes.
  • Ensured timely delivery of mail by loading and unloading trucks, as well as transporting sorted mail to appropriate areas within the facility.
  • Adhered to all relevant federal, state and organizational regulations concerning mail handling procedures, ensuring compliance at all times.
  • Improved mail processing efficiency by sorting and organizing incoming and outgoing mail accurately and promptly.
  • Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering open communication channels among team members, leading to increased morale and job satisfaction rates.
  • Prioritized time-sensitive materials by recognizing urgent markings or deadlines, ensuring prompt delivery without compromising quality standards.

Cabrini Medical Center

Unit Clerk
02.1987 - 06.1999

Job overview

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  • Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
  • Answered multi-line telephone system, provided information, and directed calls.
  • Handled incoming calls professionally, providing relevant information or transferring inquiries as needed to maintain efficient communication channels within the unit.
  • Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.

Education

Manhattan School of Nursing
Manhattan, NY

from Nursing

York College
Jamaica, NY

None from Liberal Arts

Newtown HS
Queens, NY

HS Diploma from General
06.1975

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Teacher Collaboration
  • Writing Support
  • Classroom Organization
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Student Engagement
  • Teacher Assistance
  • IEP familiarity
  • Behavioral Interventions
  • Parent Communication
  • Documentation
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Sensory Integration
  • Autism Spectrum Support

Timeline

Mail Handler

US Post Office
12.2017 - 01.2018

Paraprofessional Educator

Gloucester City Board Of Education
11.1999 - 08.2019

Unit Clerk

Cabrini Medical Center
02.1987 - 06.1999

Manhattan School of Nursing

from Nursing

York College

None from Liberal Arts

Newtown HS

HS Diploma from General
Janet Pagan