Jessica Flaherty
North Chesterfield
Summary
An ambitious and motivated student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice. I have extensive childcare experience that includes working with special needs children. In addition to working in childcare, I have worked at two law firms which allowed me to observe and assist multiple attorneys with their day to day work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Atlantic Coast Athletic Club
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Manage groups of 12-45 children varying in age from 5 to 12 (kindergarten to middle school)
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
- Coordinated daily age-appropriate activities
- Provided medical and emotional attention when needed
- Organized member’s personal and confidential documents
- Trained new employees
- Defused hostile situations between children as well as other employees
- Assisted members with questions and issues with the program
- Created weekly documents relating to the care of the children in the program
- Oversaw field trips and other activities
Paralegal
Sommers Ulloa LLC
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Regularly contacted and assisted English and Spanish speaking clients
- Maintained attorney's schedules
- Wrote and filed petitions
- Wrote and filed motions and orders
- Maintained the lawyers’ schedules
- Assisted with Guardian Ad Litem cases
- Assisted with Criminal Cases
- Assisted with personal injury cases
- Assisted with trial preparation
- Conducted Legal Research
- Translated Legal Documents
- Organized files
Legal Intern
Daniels, Williams, Tuck, and Ritter
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
- Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
- Researched and identified legal precedents and statutes.
- Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Brightpoint Community College
Midlothian, VABachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Roanoke College
Salem, VA12-2025
Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- CPR Certified
- Leadership
- Notary
- Organizational Abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Public Speaking
- Research skills
- Stress Management
Timeline
Paralegal
Sommers Ulloa LLC
12.2022 - 05.2023
Legal Intern
Daniels, Williams, Tuck, and Ritter
08.2021 - 10.2021
Childcare Provider
Atlantic Coast Athletic Club
06.2021 - 08.2025
No Degree - General Education
Brightpoint Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Roanoke College