JASON RUGGIERO
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
High-energy Recreational Leader, adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize individual engagement while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style. Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Counselor
Verrazano Nursing Home
03.2024 - Current
- Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
- Educated patients on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Collaborated with diverse healthcare professionals in developing individual care plans.
Paraprofessional
Public School 329
03.2019 - 03.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Columbia Sportswear
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsible for meeting daily sales goals by providing exceptional customer service and using upselling techniques
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Responsible for processing cash and credit transactions between guests and the store
- Resolve customer complaints by guiding them and providing relevant information
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Front Desk / Plumbing Assistant
KCM Plumbing
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Increased efficiency in plumbing repairs by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, resulting in reduced downtime for clients.
- Assisted lead plumber with developing accurate estimates for clients based on scope of work and materials needed, resulting in clear expectations from both parties.
- Collaborated closely with other trade professionals such as electricians and carpenters during multi-trade projects, ensuring smooth coordination of efforts toward successful outcomes.
- Reduced potential for future repairs by recommending preventative maintenance procedures to clients upon completion of projects.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects within tight deadlines, streamlining workflow for optimal results.
Custodian
New Dorp High School
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and upkeep of classroom, office and bathroom spaces throughout the building
- Rearranged common areas and classrooms for better utilization of the space
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
CUNY College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY09.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Wagner College
01.2020
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Independent work
- Detail-oriented
- Arts and crafts
- Problem-Solving
- Positive Engagement
- Creative and Energetic
Timeline
Recreational Counselor
Verrazano Nursing Home
03.2024 - Current
Seasonal Sales Associate
Columbia Sportswear
11.2019 - 01.2020
Paraprofessional
Public School 329
03.2019 - 03.2024
Front Desk / Plumbing Assistant
KCM Plumbing
04.2018 - 10.2019
Custodian
New Dorp High School
06.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Wagner College
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
CUNY College of Staten Island
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