Jessica Sager
Orange,MA
Summary
Flexible and caring professional specializes in children with disabilities . Customizes approaches based on individual needs and impairments. Focused on helping students build important skills for physical and mental issues impacting academic performance, social integration or physical capabilities. Compassionate in helping with struggles and adapting approaches.
Hardworking and reliable with strong ability in multitasking. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional Therapeutic
Quabbin Regional High School
Barre, MA
02.14-24 - Current
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Gill Montague Regional School District
Turners Falls, MA
08.2022 - 02.14-24
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Met one-on-one with autism students and implemented targeted behavioral plans.
- Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and coordinate meetings.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
Secretary to the General Manager
Smokin Irons Tattoo & Art Studio
Orange , MA
03.2018 - Current
- Prepared and updated office records and accounts according to client and executive needs.
- Controlled and managed document processes by reviewing files, records and critical information to confirm accuracy and comply with company policies and procedures.
- Opened, sorted and responded to routine correspondence on behalf of business leaders.
- Restocked office and break room supplies and made appropriate equipment orders.
- Scheduled travel reservations for staff, researching and booking hotel, flight and ground transportation.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Collected and analyzed information to produce concise reports.
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Worked professionally to handle client, vendor and public guest requirements.
- Answered phone calls by appropriate number of rings and asked appropriate questions to determine which department or staff member could be of service.
- Improved productivity initiatives by coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buckley healthcare
Greenfield, MA
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quabbin Valley Healthcare
Orange, MA
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Epic Homecare
Greenfield, MA
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Critical Care Technician
Athol Hospital
Athol, MA
11.2014 - 06.2016
- Implemented treatment plans, monitored vitals and administered medications for patients in ICU.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Worked toward team goals of medical unit and accounted for department and system-specific metrics.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Liaised between patients, families and care staff in care delivery.
- Communicated with patients by phone and via written correspondence.
- Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hamilton Healthcare System
Greenfield, MA
07.2011 - 11.2014
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Administered medications to patients and performed follow-ups regarding prescriptions and supplements.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Health Alliance Hospital
Leominster, MA
02.2010 - 11.2014
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Jessica’s Daycare
Self Employed Web
Orange, MA
03.2005 - 09.2011
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Observed children to record development.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders and speech problems.
- Organized diverse learning and play activities for classroom of appropriate number of students.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mental Health Services
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA06.2015
High School Diploma -
Murdock High School
Winchendon, MA06.1997
Skills
- Spreadsheet Creation
- Document and File Management
- Report Preparation
- Office Equipment Operation
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Task Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Special Needs
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Teacher Assistance
- IEP Goals
- Organizational Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- People Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Additional Information
- past 10 years have been taking care of my son with mental health and ASD diagnosis.
- I believe to be a very kind, big hearted, respectable, Understanding, works well with others,
- I have led parent support groups for parents with children with disabilities
Certification
- First Aid/ CPR certified
- Bloodborne Pathogens certified
- Crisis Prevention Intervention certified
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Gill Montague Regional School District
08.2022 - 02.14-24
Secretary to the General Manager
Smokin Irons Tattoo & Art Studio
03.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buckley healthcare
11.2016 - 01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quabbin Valley Healthcare
07.2015 - 08.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Epic Homecare
07.2015 - 06.2016
Critical Care Technician
Athol Hospital
11.2014 - 06.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hamilton Healthcare System
07.2011 - 11.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Health Alliance Hospital
02.2010 - 11.2014
Jessica’s Daycare
Self Employed Web
03.2005 - 09.2011
Special Education Paraprofessional Therapeutic
Quabbin Regional High School
02.14-24 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Mental Health Services
Mount Wachusett Community College
High School Diploma -
Murdock High School
- First Aid/ CPR certified
- Bloodborne Pathogens certified
- Crisis Prevention Intervention certified
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