Jessica Rufo
Tyngsboro,MA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Coordinator
Kidsborough
Winchester, MA
01.2023 - Current
- Implemented a rewards system to motivate students to reach their goals.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss changes or updates needed within the program.
- Organized and coordinated after-school activities for students of varying ages.
- Provided guidance, support, and mentoring to students participating in the program.
- Assisted with planning field trips, special events, recreational activities, and other enrichment programs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, progress reports, evaluations, assessments.
- Promoted positive relationships between students through conflict resolution strategies.
- Created lesson plans that were engaging and educational for students attending the after-school program.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Managed daily program logistics, including activity scheduling, materials preparation, and space organization.
- Recorded details on student arrival and departure times and methods, releasing young students only to known parents or caretakers.
- Instilled positive behavioral habits through enforcement of school rules and program policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new staff on program policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all EEC, local, state, and federal regulations regarding child welfare and safety.
- Managed program budget, including tracking expenses and purchasing supplies.
Assistant Site Coordinator
Kidsborough
Winchester, MA
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored safety regulations and ensured compliance to all applicable EEC laws and regulations.
- Provided guidance and support to staff in order to meet organizational objectives.
- Developed and implemented after-school program activities that promoted physical, emotional, and social development of students.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe environment conducive to learning.
- Created an atmosphere where respect was shown among staff members and students participating in the after-school programs.
- Ensured compliance with local health regulations regarding food preparation and storage for snacks provided during activities.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated academic topics while engaging participants in meaningful activities through hands on experiences.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to youth development or educational best practices relevant to working with young people outside of school hours.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
STUDENT SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR
Fiske Elementary School
Lexington, MA
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students, parents and colleagues.
- Monitored student behavior in order to maintain an effective teaching environment.
- Behavior data collection.
- Assisted BCBAs with developing intervention programs based on assessments, evaluations, and observations of client behaviors.
- Provided direct instruction to students according to individualized behavior plans.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through verbal praise and reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted in the development of data collection systems for measuring outcomes.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
TODDLER TEACHER
Launch and learn Education Center
Woburn, MA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented a variety of age-appropriate activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development in toddlers.
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly regarding their child's progress and responding promptly to any questions or concerns they had.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Provided individual attention to each toddler through one-on-one instruction during playtime and circle time activities.
- Created an environment that was conducive for learning by implementing classroom rules and providing structure throughout the day.
- Monitored toddlers' behavior closely to ensure safety at all times.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, music, storytelling, dramatic play.
- Collaborated with other teachers in planning lessons that were tailored to meet the needs of each child.
- Engaged parents in meaningful conversations about their child's growth and development.
- Supervised students during lunchtime and outdoor play periods as well as nap times.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to early childhood education best practices.
- Provided support for children who had difficulty adjusting socially or emotionally within the group setting.
ABA TECHNICIAN
Behavioral Concepts
Woburn, MA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in designing individualized behavior plans for clients.
- Conducted assessments and observations to evaluate the progress of each client's plan.
- Monitored data collection systems and reported results to supervisors.
- Implemented interventions designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
- Created visual supports such as picture schedules, first and then boards.
- Promoted positive behaviors through verbal praise and tangible rewards.
- Ensured that all safety guidelines were followed during therapy sessions.
- Provided guidance and support for families dealing with behavioral issues at home.
- Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.
INTERN
Essex Heritage
Salem, MA
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Responsible for caring and developing curriculum for students during the school year
- Worked closely with staff and students on best approaches for the most enjoyable academic experience
- Developed strong relationships with students, teachers, and supervisors through effective communication
INTERN
YMCA of the North Shore
Salem, MA
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Crafted creative lesson plans for students depending on their experience
- Conducted action research to remain up to date on current trends
- Created activities for students across grades from K-8th grade
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community Education
Salem State University
Salem, MA05.2021
High School Diploma -
Woburn High School
Woburn, MA06.2016
Skills
- Staff Scheduling
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Training
- Child Safety
- Program Management
- Parent Communication
- Activity Planning
- Child development knowledge
- Social-emotional learning
- Activity Coordination
- Curriculum Planning
- Project-based learning
- Communication skills
- Written communication skills
- Exceptional problem-solving
Certification
- CPR
- First Aid
- Safety Care Certified
- EEC teacher certified
COURSEWORK
- Special Topics in Educational Studies
- Capstone Seminar / Community Education
- Internship Community Education
- Learning to Think Like an Educator / Directed Field in Community Education
- Teaching Students with Exceptional Learning Needs
- Childhood Growth & Development
- Introduction to Health and PE for Children
Timeline
Site Coordinator
Kidsborough
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Site Coordinator
Kidsborough
01.2023 - Current
TODDLER TEACHER
Launch and learn Education Center
08.2021 - 03.2022
ABA TECHNICIAN
Behavioral Concepts
06.2021 - 08.2021
STUDENT SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR
Fiske Elementary School
03.2021 - 12.2022
INTERN
Essex Heritage
02.2021 - 05.2021
INTERN
YMCA of the North Shore
09.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Community Education
Salem State University
High School Diploma -
Woburn High School