Joy (Beth) Elzey
Cumming
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with over a decade of experience in educational support and job coaching. Known for strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, successfully facilitating workshops and developing individualized plans that empower students to achieve their career goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Job Coach/Paraprofessional
Forsyth County Board Of Education
Cumming, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized career plans for students, aligning goals with educational and professional aspirations.
- Facilitated workshops on resume writing and interview techniques to enhance student employability skills.
- Collaborated with local businesses to create job placement opportunities for students with diverse needs.
- Monitored student progress in workplace settings, providing feedback to improve performance and engagement.
Theraputic Recreastion Assistant
Forsyth County Parks And Recreation
Cumming, Ga
12.2022 - Current
- Advocated for client needs within the park, ensuring access to appropriate activities.
- Assisted co-workers in developing activities for improved participant engagement and outcomes.
- Talked with caregivers and relatives of participants to explain activities.
- Facilitate and lead therapeutic recreation activities and events.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Paraprofessional
Forsyth County Board Of Education
Cumming, GA
03.2007 - 05.2023
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson plans and student activities.
- Facilitated individualized learning experiences to enhance student comprehension and engagement.
- Collaborated with educational staff to implement behavior management strategies effectively.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with diverse learning needs, fostering an inclusive environment.
- Supported instructional staff by preparing materials and coordinating activities for students with special needs.
- Assisted in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to meet diverse learning requirements of students.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt classroom activities, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
- Developed behavioral intervention plans in collaboration with educators to address specific student challenges effectively.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Metro Tech
Acworth, GACertified Nursing Assistant -
North Metro Tech
Acworth, GASkills
- Service plans
- Job search strategies
- Data gathering
- Skills testing
- Progress monitoring
- Skill development
- Community networking
- Performance assessments
- Decision-making support
- Skill building
- Job accommodations
- Attention to detail
- Special needs clientele
- Decision-making
- Classroom experience
- Work coordination
- Class scheduling
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
Timeline
Job Coach/Paraprofessional
Forsyth County Board Of Education
07.2023 - Current
Theraputic Recreastion Assistant
Forsyth County Parks And Recreation
12.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Forsyth County Board Of Education
03.2007 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
North Metro Tech
Certified Nursing Assistant -
North Metro Tech