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Jennifer Ostrowski

South Abington,PA

Summary

Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Goal-oriented para professional caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Compassionate individual with established experience providing support to students. Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans and assess student progress. Enthusiastic para professional with experience assisting teachers and providing instruction to students. Monitors student progress and provides guidance and support to teachers. Enthusiastic para professional, experienced in providing staff support in educational or childcare environments. Worked with children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, writing and math instruction and other education-related activities as assigned.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Abington Heights School District
09.2022 - Current
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.

Direct Support Professional

Keystone Community Resources
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

Therapeutic Support Staff Member

Family Enrichment Center
09.2018 - 09.2022
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver treatment plans and patient care.
  • Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
  • Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
  • Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.
  • Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
  • Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
  • Facilitated support groups, supporting safe and collaborative environments for clients.

Certified Nurses Aide

Abington Manor
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology

Keystone College
La Plume, PA
05.2018

Associate of Science - Paralegal

McCann School of Business And Technology
Dickson City Pa
06.2013

Skills

  • Grading and Reviewing Student Work
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
  • Activity Implementation
  • School Policy and Rules Enforcement
  • Creating Safe Learning Environment
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Reading and Writing Support
  • No Child Left Behind Requirement
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers

Additional Information

A full understanding or K-12 individual education plans.

A full understanding or Individual Specialized Plans

Crisis training. Able to work with low and high function children or adults.

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Abington Heights School District
09.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Keystone Community Resources
06.2022 - 04.2023

Certified Nurses Aide

Abington Manor
10.2021 - 06.2022

Therapeutic Support Staff Member

Family Enrichment Center
09.2018 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology

Keystone College

Associate of Science - Paralegal

McCann School of Business And Technology
Jennifer Ostrowski