Jatavia Parker
Stratford
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Counselor
American School For The Deaf
Hartford, CT
03.2026 - Current
- Provided individualized support to students with diverse needs, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution for residents during overnight shifts.
- Conducted regular health and wellness checks to promote resident wellbeing.
Crisis & Housing Service Advocate
The Center for Family Justice
Bridgeport, CT
01.2026 - Current
- Advocated for client needs, ensuring access to resources and support services.
- Coordinated workshops and training sessions to enhance community awareness of available programs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local organizations to facilitate service referrals.
- Assisted clients in navigating legal processes, providing accurate information and guidance.
Educational Instructor
Cooperative Educational Services
Trumbull, CT
05.2017 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design curriculum aligned with educational standards and best practices.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Improved overall class performance by providing individualized support to struggling students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication and collaboration for optimal student success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher Assistant
High Road School of Norwalk
11.2015 - 05.2017
- Responsibilities included but not limited to clerical duties, prepared classroom assignments, enforced/provided.
- Assisted with the behavior management of students. Performed data entry into reporting system, filed each student work separately for future evaluations/meetings.
- Supported numerous classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of 15 students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education and Special Education/Behavior Anlyist
Grand Canyon University
Phonex, Arizona06-2027
Class Salutatorian -
Bullard Havens High School
Bridgeport, CT01-2011
Skills
- Client advocacy
- De-escalation techniques
- Safety management
- Positive reinforcement
- Substance abuse and domestic violence awareness
Certification
CPR & FIRST AID CERTIFIED
Timeline
Residential Counselor
American School For The Deaf
03.2026 - Current
Crisis & Housing Service Advocate
The Center for Family Justice
01.2026 - Current
Educational Instructor
Cooperative Educational Services
05.2017 - 06.2024
Teacher Assistant
High Road School of Norwalk
11.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education and Special Education/Behavior Anlyist
Grand Canyon University
Class Salutatorian -
Bullard Havens High School
GET IN TOUCH WITH ME
- Cell: 203-814-6330
- Email: jataviaparker@outlook.com