Kaitlyn Nutcher
Hamden
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Kelly Services
Hamden
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Supported individualized education plans by implementing tailored instructional activities.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in educational support techniques.
- Encouraged student participation in group activities to promote teamwork and social skills.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students and colleagues.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Shadowing Student
Various Medical and Educational Settings
Hamden
09.2021 - Current
- Observed patient progress over time and documented behavioral changes during therapy sessions.
- Gained insight into the daily routines of SLPs.
- Observed diagnostic evaluations and therapy sessions for diverse populations, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric.
- Observed interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Gained exposure to evidence-based interventions for speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
- Enhanced knowledge of professional ethics and standards in clinical and educational contexts.
- Engaged with patients and helped prepare therapy materials.
Waitress
Napolis Resturant
Wallingford
06.2021 - Current
- Handled guest feedback professionally and addressed concerns promptly.
- Assisted in training new staff on restaurant policies and procedures.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues professionally.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
Daycare Assistant
Kristine Becker
Hamden
06.2020 - Current
- Supervised children during activities and ensured a safe environment.
- Supported children in developing social skills through guided group interactions.
- Leading and organizing activities for children, such as arts and crafts, games, and reading stories.
- Provided supervision and care to young children ranging from infants to preschool age.
Academic Tutor
Self-employeed
Hamden
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted students in understanding complex biological systems and concepts.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions to reinforce learning objectives.
- Created educational resources, including study guides and practice exercises.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment through positive communication techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies with a minor in Psychology
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05-2025
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Safety-oriented
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Educational support
- Responsible
- Creative
- Self-motivated
- Critical thinking and problem solving
GPA
- Quinnipiac University Overall GPA: 3.8
- Achieved Dean's List every semester at Quinnipiac University
- Achieved Dean's List with Honors three times at Quinnipiac University
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
- Awarded The Quinnipiac-North Haven Partners Full Scholarship
- Inducted to Alpha Eta Honor Society at Quinnipiac University via professor recommendations and academic success
Affiliations
- NSSLHA Club member at Southern Connecticut State University
- Operation Smile Club member at Southern CT State University
Certification
- Adult Mental Health First Aid
- Psychological First Aid
- Stop the Bleed
- Dementia Friends
- American Red Cross Babysitter's Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Kelly Services
01.2024 - Current
Academic Tutor
Self-employeed
09.2023 - 05.2024
Shadowing Student
Various Medical and Educational Settings
09.2021 - Current
Waitress
Napolis Resturant
06.2021 - Current
Daycare Assistant
Kristine Becker
06.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies with a minor in Psychology
Quinnipiac University