Laneisha Perkins
Norwich,CT
Summary
Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of the tasks and training in skills for this position. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in this company. Compassionate with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Development Associate
Hartford Public Schools
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Constructed age-appropriate goals and outcomes to assist children with special needs and developmental delays
- Observed children to recognize and maintain strong awareness of developmental progress
- Prepared children for success in classroom settings through encouragement and exploration of learning activities
Paraprofessional
Groton Public Schools
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation
- Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Ballestrini's Child Care Centers
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
Co-teacher
Children’s Clubhouse
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes
Education
Master of Science - Master in Counselor Education
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources
Three Rivers Community College
Norwich, CTHigh School Diploma -
Norwich Free Academy
Norwich, CT06.2015
Skills
- Group leadership
- Special Education
- Childcare
- Early Childhood Education
- Child development
- Assessments Understanding
- Social Skills
- Cultural Understanding
Accomplishments
Dean's List Fall 2018- Spring 2019
Nominee for 2022-2023 CDA of the Year
Timeline
Child Development Associate
Hartford Public Schools
08.2022 - 08.2024
Paraprofessional
Groton Public Schools
02.2022 - 06.2022
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Ballestrini's Child Care Centers
07.2021 - 01.2022
Co-teacher
Children’s Clubhouse
09.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Master in Counselor Education
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Connecticut State University
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources
Three Rivers Community College
High School Diploma -
Norwich Free Academy