Kelsey Riordan
Worcester,MA
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
ABA/Paraprofessional
West Boylston Public Schools
West Boylston, MA
09.2020 - Current
- Acquired baseline data and implemented approved programs using behavioral technology appropriately, neutrally and consistently.
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Implemented behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to present and reinforce learning concepts.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
ABA/Paraprofessional Educator
Wachusett Regional School District
Holden, MA
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
Assistant Director of Retail Dinning
Compass Group USA Chartwells
Worcester, MA
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Worked closely with manager to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operation.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Worked with team leaders to arrange schedules based on production requirements and available resources.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Oversaw purchasing and organization of all inventory.
- Led team of 57 food service professionals in special projects and daily operations.
Retail Manager
Compass Group USA Chartwells
Worcester, MA
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed daily paperwork and computer entry of sales data as established by management.
- Recruited, hired and trained 57 associates to develop productive team with excellent product knowledge.
Retail Supervisor
Compass Group USA Chartwells
Worcester, MA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Processed exchanges, refunds and team member purchases to keep cashiers focused on efficiently checking out regular customers.
- Trained and oriented associates to maximize team performance.
- Oversaw continuous floor maintenance and recovery efforts, keeping displays and shelves customer-ready and professionally presented.
- Coordinated merchandising displays, signage and sales enablement.
- Built successful retail teams by instilling culture of collaboration and developing daily plans centered on common group goals.
- Entered and priced inventory to assist with efficient restocking.
- Monitored cashiers' work and balanced registers to maintain strong financial controls.
- Scheduled workers and delegated assignments to effectively meet expected customer and business demands.
Team Lead
Compass Group USA Chartwells
Worcester, MA
03.2014 - 01.2015
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Took on additional job duties during unexpected backlog, resulting in meeting project target date.
Food Service Worker/Cashier
Compass Group USA Chartwells
Worcester, MA
09.2010 - 03.2014
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Cooked meals for over 2000 customers per day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Psychology Minor Education
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA05.2023
High School Diploma -
Doherty Memorial High School
Worcester, MA06.2010
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Social Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Clear Communication
- Behavior Modification
- Nonviolent Intervention
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Microsoft Office
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Data Entry Software
Timeline
ABA/Paraprofessional
West Boylston Public Schools
09.2020 - Current
ABA/Paraprofessional Educator
Wachusett Regional School District
10.2019 - 09.2020
Assistant Director of Retail Dinning
Compass Group USA Chartwells
12.2017 - 09.2019
Retail Manager
Compass Group USA Chartwells
01.2016 - 12.2017
Retail Supervisor
Compass Group USA Chartwells
01.2015 - 01.2016
Team Lead
Compass Group USA Chartwells
03.2014 - 01.2015
Food Service Worker/Cashier
Compass Group USA Chartwells
09.2010 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Child Psychology Minor Education
Bay Path University
High School Diploma -
Doherty Memorial High School
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