Michael Canary
New Horizons In Autism
Whiting,NJ
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with proven skills in client support, medication administration, and thorough documentation. Committed to fostering positive relationships and implementing individualized care plans to enhance client well-being.
Work History
Direct Support Professional
11 Months- Implemented individualized care plans, ensuring adherence to established goals and objectives.
- Monitored and documented client progress, identifying areas for improvement in support strategies.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Facilitated communication between clients and family members to enhance support networks.
- Provided emotional support to clients, fostering positive relationships and trust-building.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
One on One Teacher
6 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote student understanding and retention.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher
1 Year 10 Months- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Utilized technology tools to support differentiated instruction and student engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and assessments.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student development and community involvement.
History Teacher
1 Year 9 Months- Facilitated classroom discussions fostering critical thinking and analytical skills among students regarding historical events.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student understanding of historical concepts.
- Utilized technology and multimedia tools to create interactive learning experiences for diverse student populations.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing actionable feedback to support academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrate history with other subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
- Honoree of History
- Dean's List
- 3.47 GPA
Associate of Arts - General Education
- Dean's List
- 3.1 GPA
Skills
Medication administration
Crisis intervention
Client support
Client documentation
Behavior redirection
First aid and safety
Time management
Certification
▪Oregon Social Studies (PK-12) Reciprocal Teaching License
▪CO Social Studies Professional license
▪NC Social Studies (9-12) Standard Professional II License
▪NJ Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
New Horizons In Autism
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
One on One Teacher
MBTG
02.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Teacher
Rangely Schools
08.2017 - 06.2019Read More
History Teacher
Campo Schools
08.2015 - 05.2017Read More
Rowan University
Bachelor of Arts from History
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Ocean County College
Associate of Arts from General Education
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