Jessica Palazzolo
Newton ,NJ
Summary
I am a dependable, compassionate, and organized individual seeking a paraprofessional position in an elementary school. I bring years of experience as a small business owner as well as experience in a management position in a group home setting. I have a strong background in communication, leadership, and organization. My experience in a group home setting has given me conflict resolution skills and problem-solving skills while working with individuals with diverse needs. As a mother, I bring a tremendous amount of hands-on experience with lots of patience, encouragement, and consistency. I believe in supporting each individual child's needs while recognizing that all children require different approaches.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Culver liquor and bar
Branchville, New Jersey
07.2024 - Current
- Provide attentive customer service in fast-paced environment
- Demonstrate strong multitasking and communication skills
- Remain calm and professional when addressing customer concerns or challenging situations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Assisted with store opening and closing procedures to ensure smooth operations.
Small Business Owner
JPUnlimited
Newton, New Jersey
02.2012 - Current
- Manage the daily operations of a small business
- Coordinated business responsibilities, consistently meeting deadlines while upholding high standards
- Develop professional relationships with vendors
- Work independently while collaborating with vendors
- Resolve unexpected conflicts calmly and professionally
- Demonstrate responsibility, adaptability, and strong decision making skills
- Maintain a positive work environment while managing competing priorities
Assistant Group Home Manager
SCARC
Augusta, New Jersey
2009 - 10.2012
- Supported the Group Home Manager with staff scheduling and training sessions.
- Implemented care plans alongside staff to ensure resident needs were met
- Assisted in coordinating daily activities for residents with diverse needs
- Provided guidance and encouragement while encouraging independence
- Initiated positive relationships with staff and individuals by providing a safe and respectful environment
- Created monthly reports outlining resident progress towards achievement of personal goals.
- Enforced company policies and standards to ensure a consistent working environment
- Communicate with residents families or advocates to discuss needs and progress
Education
High School Diploma -
Kittatinny Regional High School
Newton, NJ06-2003
Some College (No Degree) -
Sussex County Community College
Newton, NJSkills
- Care plan implementation
- Child care experience
- Communication and active listening
- Multitasking
- Time management skills
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Professionalism
- Patience and empathy
- Well versed in conflict resolution
Timeline
Bartender
Culver liquor and bar
07.2024 - Current
Small Business Owner
JPUnlimited
02.2012 - Current
Assistant Group Home Manager
SCARC
2009 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
Kittatinny Regional High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Sussex County Community College