Joseph Gioia
Torrington,CT
Summary
Multi talented applicant, offering skills in teaching, communications and sales. Background in coaching, community development, and volunteering. Looking to utilize skills into new areas of employment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Torrington Board Of Education
Torrington, CT
08.2015 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through one-on-one counseling sessions and group activities.
Sales and Repair Technician
New England Assistive Teachology NEAT
33 Coventry St, Hartford, CT ,06112
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient sales support and repair services.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering high-quality repairs and exceptional customer service.
- Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency in handling sales inquiries and repair requests.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
Para Professional: Gengras Center
University of Saint Joseph
06.2005 - 06.2015
- Gave one-to-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Attended monthly staff training sessions.
- Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Instructed students with disabilities, including Autism, Down's Syndrome, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Successfully improved student participation in the classroom through integration of creative role playing exercises.
- Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field trip retreats, and teamwork community service projects.
Para Professional
Regional School District 10
09.2000 - 06.2005
- Consistently received positive teacher evaluations from students.
- Modified the general education curriculum for special needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Head JV baseball coach 2001
- Assistant baseball coach Harbor Junior High 2002
Group Home Counselor
Community Residence Incorporated
07.2003 - 09.2004
- Worked directly with clients to achieve social and personal independence.
- Attended case conference, supervision, departmental, and outside meetings and training as requested
- Collaborated with other area service providers.
- Advocated for the placement of clients into community based treatment settings.
- Arranged for on-site job coaching or assistive devices to help clients adapt to work or school environments.
Assistant Manager
Music Towne
02.1996 - 08.2001
- Hired and trained staff.
- Developed and rolled out new policies.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Education
Class work toward a BA in Communications - Radio, Television, and Film
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NYAssociate of Science - Liberal Arts
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT.01.2000
Skills
- Experience with special-needs students
- Teaching/tutoring
- Outstanding social skills
- Audio-visual aid implementation
- Student motivation
- Special education
- Creative learning strategies
- Positive reinforcement
- Interpersonal skills
- Creative questioning
- Positive learning environment
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Excellent candidate with experience in the education field, retail management, as well as TV production. Strong skills working with people with special needs. Volunteer for local church, Little league, and community improvement programs.
Accomplishments
Black Belt Club: Torrington Family Kempo
Little League Coach: Torrington Little League , 2011, 2012 & 2015
PAL Basket Ball coach 2013 & 2015
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Torrington Board Of Education
08.2015 - Current
Sales and Repair Technician
New England Assistive Teachology NEAT
06.2015 - 08.2015
Para Professional: Gengras Center
University of Saint Joseph
06.2005 - 06.2015
Group Home Counselor
Community Residence Incorporated
07.2003 - 09.2004
Para Professional
Regional School District 10
09.2000 - 06.2005
Assistant Manager
Music Towne
02.1996 - 08.2001
Class work toward a BA in Communications - Radio, Television, and Film
Marist College
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts
Charter Oak State College