Krystal Roberts
Staten Island,NY
Summary
To obtain a position in which I can utilize my knowledge and experience while acquiring an opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Department of Education/ District 75
Staten Island, NY
09.2016 - 01.2024
- On-on-One or small group instruction by the teacher
- Assist teacher in planning and preparation for classroom activity
- Implement behavior intervention policies to ensure classroom safety for students and faculty
- Institute specialized therapeutic program for the student under the direction of the therapist and/or classroom teacher
- Assist student with personal care, hygiene, meals, and drinks.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Direct Support Professional
On Your Mark Inc
Staten Island, NY
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Assisted 17 year old male within the community
- Service mandated goals for consumers dealing with various physical and mental disabilities
- Individual goals are formulated, monitored, and consistently assisted to promote daily living improvement.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
GYO Staff
Gateway Youth Outreach
Elmont, NY
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from 5 to 13.
- Tutored individual students on their particular subjects of difficulty in order to help them improve their grades.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
Summer Camp Counselor
Gateway Youth Outreach
Elmont, NY
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Reported incidents and accidents to supervisors and completed necessary paperwork.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Assisted campers with putting on and properly securing helmets, pads and other protective gear for contact sports.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Organized games and sports activities to keep campers entertained.
- Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.
Skills
- Special Education Support
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Training and Mentoring
- Communicative
- Teachable
- Strategic Planning
- Educational Assistance
- Crisis Intervention
- Small Group Instruction
- Behavior Improvements
- Teacher Assistance
- Classroom Management
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Creating Visual Displays
- Student Health and Safety
- Writing, Editing, and Proofreading
- Public Speaking
Custom
References are available upon Request
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
On Your Mark Inc
04.2020 - 07.2020
Paraprofessional
Department of Education/ District 75
09.2016 - 01.2024
Summer Camp Counselor
Gateway Youth Outreach
06.2011 - 08.2011
GYO Staff
Gateway Youth Outreach
05.2011 - 05.2013