Natasha Anyetei Sowah
515 Mullica Hill Rd Glassboro
Summary
Positive, compassionate, and dedicated to fostering supportive learning environment. Equipped with solid understanding of developmental disabilities and adept in implementing individualized education plans. Committed to creating inclusive and engaging educational experiences that empower every student to achieve their full potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Kipp High School
08.2024 - Current
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Teaching students in small group settings in the classrooms.
Direct Support Professional
Bancroft Neurohealth
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Oaks
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Collecting Data on Person's served behavior.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
Food Service Worker
Gourmet Dining
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Served meals to customers.
- Customer service
- Food handling
Daycare Student Worker
Little Peoples Place Daycare
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided one-on-one support for students with unique needs or challenges, tailoring individualized strategies for success.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
Cashier
Price Rite Marketplace
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Library Student Assistant
Mary. F Shipper
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Organized returned books and materials and assisted with shelving.
- Checked out and checked in items using library computer system.
- Maintained and updated records of current collection.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.2024
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Woodbridge, VA06.2015
Skills
- Special Education Knowledge
- Customer Service
- Data Collection
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Social Skills Development
- Teacher Assistance
- IEP compliance
Certification
- RBT Certified
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Kipp High School
08.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Bancroft Neurohealth
08.2023 - 08.2024
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Oaks
05.2022 - 09.2022
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
01.2021 - 03.2023
Food Service Worker
Gourmet Dining
12.2019 - 12.2020
Daycare Student Worker
Little Peoples Place Daycare
02.2018 - 05.2019
Cashier
Price Rite Marketplace
06.2017 - 08.2018
Library Student Assistant
Mary. F Shipper
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rowan University
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
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