Janiya Haynes
East Hartford
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate aspiring educator with extensive experience supporting classroom instruction and working closely with special education students across diverse learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, effective communication, student engagement, and creative problem-solving. Proven ability to build strong relationships with students, foster inclusive learning, and support academic and behavioral success. Passionate about making a meaningful impact on students’ lives, and committed to serving children within the education system through equity-driven, student-centered teaching.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
East Hartford Public Schools
East Hartford
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Monitored student behavior and provided support during classroom activities.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage student engagement.
- Documented student progress and behavioral incidents for review meetings.
- Supported individualized education plans by providing tailored assistance to students.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
Summer Camp Director
Hartfords Camp Courant
Farmington
06.2018 - Current
- Organized daily activities for campers to promote engagement and teamwork.
- Supervised camp staff to ensure compliance with safety protocols and policies.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and community partners effectively.
- Provided guidance to counselors on how to manage difficult situations with campers.
- Created and implemented engaging activities, field trips and special events to diversify camp life.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Glastonbury Public Schools, CT
Glastonbury
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Supported individual students with academic tasks and personal development goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create effective learning strategies.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment for all students.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Leadership abilities
- Organization/Time management
Affiliations
Volunteer for Hands on Hartford
National Society of Leadership and Success Honor Nominee
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certified
Narcan Certified
PMT Certified
Timeline
Behavior Technician
East Hartford Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Glastonbury Public Schools, CT
08.2022 - 07.2023
Summer Camp Director
Hartfords Camp Courant
06.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Western Governors University
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