Karen A. Jones
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Dedicated MSW graduate with a strong background in supporting students with diverse learning needs, seeking a school social worker position to enhance academic, social, and emotional development. Committed to creating a safe and inclusive school environment while equipping students and families with essential resources for success. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with educators, parents, and community organizations to promote holistic student well-being. Passionate about empowering students to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
New York City Department of Education
P.S. 251 Brooklyn, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Implement individualized support strategies to enhance student engagement and participation in classroom activities.
- Facilitate communication between students, teachers, and parents to ensure a cohesive educational experience.
- Monitor student progress and behavior consistently to provide timely feedback and interventions.
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
P.S. 233 Brooklyn, NY
09.2015 - 06.2025
- Guided students through tailored instruction and group dynamics to foster academic growth.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance lesson planning and instructional delivery.
- Facilitated effective classroom management strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Contributed to the formulation of behavior plans by analyzing individual needs and implementing tailored strategies.
- Guided students in meeting individualized education plan objectives to enhance learning outcomes.
- Developed and executed restorative justice initiatives to promote community healing.
Social Work Internship
NYC Department of Education
P.S. 233 Brooklyn, NY
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Performed social history assessments to provide insights into student background and needs.
- Evaluated student records to pinpoint past obstacles and effective interventions.
- Implemented strategies to enhance students' social and emotional well-being.
- Performed systematic classroom observations to enhance instructional quality and student engagement.
- Collaborated with educators to design tailored education plans aimed at enhancing student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated and led restorative justice circles to promote conflict resolution.
- Supported initial referral activities to ensure timely connections with appropriate resources.
- Executed data uploads into SEIS to ensure accurate record-keeping.
Teachers Assistant
The Hebrew Academy for Special Children
Brooklyn, NY
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Supported effective classroom environments and addressed crisis situations to enhance student safety.
- Assisted teachers with preparation of lesson plans
- Assisted with crisis management
Education
Masters - Social Work
Adelphi University
05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
St Francis College
01-2006
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Communication and Active listening
- Case Management
- Behavioral Intervention Plans
- SBST/MTSS support
- Collaboration with families and staff
- Cultural Competency
- Sesis Documentation and Reporting
- Individual and Group Counseling
- IEP/504 Collaboration
Certification
- NYS School Social Worker Provisional Certification
- NYS Attendance Teacher Provisional Certification
- NYS Teacher Assistant Certification
- Child Abuse Identification
- School Violence Intervention and Prevention
- Dignity For All Students Act
- Restorative Justice
- CPR/AED Certified
Timeline
Paraprofessional
New York City Department of Education
09.2025 - Current
Social Work Internship
NYC Department of Education
09.2021 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
09.2015 - 06.2025
Teachers Assistant
The Hebrew Academy for Special Children
09.2014 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
St Francis College
Masters - Social Work
Adelphi University