Kerri-Ann Edwards
Paterson,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Paraprofessional excited to help students of different skill levels excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Ready to help students grow and learn through any type of support. Talented professional bringing expertise in documentation, reporting and compliance. Top skills in organizing materials, prioritizing tasks and building relationships with staff, students, and parents. extensive track record of success in education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
Westbrook Middle School
Paramus, NJ
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Prepared reports summarizing student performance data from assessments and classroom observations.
- Conducted assessments of student performance, progress, and achievement levels.
- Encouraged positive behavior management strategies in the classroom setting.
- Organized instructional materials for classroom use.
- Utilized technology resources effectively to enhance instruction.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents and guardians.
Teacher
Van Rieper Christian Ellis School
Fair Lawn, NJ
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers and administrators regarding student progress and needs.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
Waitress
Houlihans Bar and Grill
Fairfield, NJ
04.2017 - 05.2021
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Instructed new staff members on food handling procedures and service techniques.
- Verified guest satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Private Tutor
Self-employeed
Paterson, NJ
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Engaged students and made lessons entertaining to hold interest and encourage learning.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to determine student needs, develop tutoring plans and assess student progress.
- Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Assist with absent co-workers, as needed,
- All subjects grade first - twelfth grade
Assistant Teacher
Sweet Peas
Totowa, New Jersey
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Support children when needed
- Assist with changes and feeding time
- Provide a safety environment
- Meet with families to ensure their children well being
- Create daily lesson and assessments
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
Program Supervisor
Beyond Today Early Education Center
Fairlawn, NJ
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervise daily activities among preschoolers and school age children
- Create and execute daily lesson plans
- Establish policies and communicate them to staff and parents
- Resolve conflicts between children; preschoolers and school age children
- Meet with parents to discuss students’ progress
- Ensure program and safety requirements are maintained according to state regulations
Waitress
Appless Bees Bar & Grill
Totowa, NJ
01.2013 - 03.2017
- Ensure program and safety requirements are maintained according to state regulations
- Made sure all food came out in a timely manner and each guest left happy
- Sanitation and cleanliness
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Rasmussen University
Online12-2025
Associate of Science - Special Education
Rasmussen University
Online 09-2024
High School Diploma -
Passaic County Technical Institute,
Wayne, NJ06.2013
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Individual Instruction
- Student Needs Support
- Evidence-based programs
- Special Education
- Documentation
- Teacher Assistance
- Classroom support
- Classroom Management
- Classroom inclusion
- Instructional Strategies
- Teacher Collaboration
- IEP familiarity
- Applied Behavior Analysis
Certification
- Mandated Report Training : Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse And Maltreatment
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
Westbrook Middle School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher
Van Rieper Christian Ellis School
12.2022 - 05.2023
Assistant Teacher
Sweet Peas
01.2018 - 01.2019
Waitress
Houlihans Bar and Grill
04.2017 - 05.2021
Private Tutor
Self-employeed
01.2017 - 01.2020
Program Supervisor
Beyond Today Early Education Center
01.2016 - 01.2018
Waitress
Appless Bees Bar & Grill
01.2013 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Rasmussen University
Associate of Science - Special Education
Rasmussen University
High School Diploma -
Passaic County Technical Institute,
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