Nancy Manzo
Levittown,PA
Summary
Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Pennsbury School District
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement.
- Implemented individualized support plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with educators to develop instructional materials and resources.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for personal growth.
- Assisted students with diverse learning needs to enhance engagement.
Childcare Provider/Babysitter
My Household/Friends Houses
06.1996 - Current
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring child safety and engagement in developmentally appropriate play.
- Developed and implemented educational activities to enhance cognitive and social skills.
- Fostered positive relationships with children, promoting emotional well-being and communication skills.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Implemented creative arts and crafts sessions to stimulate children's creativity and motor skills development.
- Assisted children with homework and school projects, enhancing academic reports.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
Lead Replenishment
Giant Food Stores
05.1996 - 05.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety guidelines during loading and unloading tasks, and while operating equipment such as pallet jacks or high-lows.
- Used hand scanners and computer tracking systems to update merchandise locations.
- Resolved customer inquiries by locating items, providing product information, and offering additional assistance as needed.
School Hall Aide
Pennsbury High School
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Observed student behavior and reported concerns to promote a safe learning environment.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Collaborated with staff to implement school-wide initiatives and programs effectively.
- Supervised cafeteria periods for different ages, and maintained order.
- Developed professional relationships with teachers and school administrators to integrate into the team and best serve students.
School Hall Aide
William Penn Middle School
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Supervised cafeteria periods for different ages, and maintained order.
- Supported behavior control strategies, with the implementation of district-approved techniques.
- Developed professional relationships with teachers and school administrators to integrate into the team and best serve students.
Cashier/Stocker
PetSmart
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, providing knowledgeable support on pet care supplies.
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring a seamless checkout experience.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Stocked, tagged, and displayed merchandise as required.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets, and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harry S. Truman High School
Levittown, PA06-1997
Skills
- Classroom management
- Individualized support plans
- Student progress monitoring
- Educational activity implementation
- Positive relationship building
- Time management skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Reliability and punctuality
- Teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Professionalism and ethics
Certification
-Bureau of Special Education Credential of Competency fo Special Education Paraeducators
-CPI Training
-First Aid Certified
-CPR Certified
-Power Jack Certified
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Pennsbury School District
03.2025 - Current
School Hall Aide
Pennsbury High School
09.2023 - 03.2025
School Hall Aide
William Penn Middle School
09.2022 - 09.2023
Cashier/Stocker
PetSmart
10.2019 - 03.2020
Childcare Provider/Babysitter
My Household/Friends Houses
06.1996 - Current
Lead Replenishment
Giant Food Stores
05.1996 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Harry S. Truman High School