JANIA CLAY-BEY
East Hartford
Summary
Compassionate paraprofessional with a strong background in supporting children, adolescents and adults with behavioral and developmental needs. Expertise in creating safe and nurturing environments, implementing coping strategies, and documenting progress to enhance student engagement and well-being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
CREC
Hartford
08.2021 - Current
- Provide individualized support to students to enhance academic performance and behavioral skills.
- Encourage coping strategies, emotional regulation, and positive classroom engagement.
- Assist with assignments and classroom activities while adapting tasks to meet student needs.
- Create a supportive environment for students, fostering safety and confidence in their academic abilities.
Residential Trainer
PrimeCare Inc
Windsor
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Facilitated daily living tasks for consumers with behavioral health challenges, enhancing their independence in hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and money management.
- Administered prescribed medications in accordance with state guidelines.
- Provided one-to-one supervision for safety and compliance.
- Prepared meals, transported consumers to work, appointments, and recreational activities.
- Tracked and recorded daily routines, behaviors, and progress to inform care strategies and support consumer development.
Residential Instructor
Community Residences Inc
East Hartford
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Supported individuals with behavioral health needs in developing daily living skills and effective coping strategies.
- Ensured proper medication administration and followed supervision protocols.
- Prepared meals, supported community integration, and transported consumers to appointments and activities.
- Documented daily routines and behavioral observations to track progress and inform care strategies.
Head Teacher
The First Academy
Bloomfield
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Developed and implemented monthly curriculum that enhanced early childhood learning experiences.
- Provided nurturing care that facilitated developmental milestones and fostered learning growth.
- Ensured children received proper nutrition and structured guidance, promoting overall well-being and positive development.
Teacher’s Assistant
KinderCare Learning Center
Glastonbury
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Maintained classroom ratios while supporting children's developmental and behavioral needs to foster a positive learning environment.
- Supported children in managing emotions through calming techniques.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks while ensuring a clean classroom environment.
- Contributed to curriculum design and managed administrative responsibilities to enhance educational effectiveness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bloomfield High School
Bloomfield, CT06-2010
Skills
- Student Support & Classroom Assistance
- Early Childhood Education
- Behavioral Intervention
- Behavioral Health Support
- Crisis prevention
- Living skills training
- Health Monitoring
- Documentation & Reporting
- Activity Scheduling
- Communication & Relationship Building
Certification
- Medication Administration Certificate, 01/01/20, 01/01/22
- CPR Certification, 09/12/24, 09/12/26
Timeline
Paraprofessional
CREC
08.2021 - Current
Residential Trainer
PrimeCare Inc
12.2019 - 03.2021
Residential Instructor
Community Residences Inc
03.2019 - 03.2021
Head Teacher
The First Academy
08.2018 - 03.2021
Teacher’s Assistant
KinderCare Learning Center
03.2016 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Bloomfield High School