Omid Djavi
Springfield,MA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Overview
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
Springfield, MA
9.1-2014 - Current
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Therapeutic Mentor
Northeast Family Services
West Springfield, MA
6.1-2022 - Current
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and progress towards goals.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case updates and strategies for working with clients.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills, including problem-solving, communication, decision-making, anger management, self-esteem building and conflict resolution.
Martial Arts Instructor
Self Employed
Wilbraham, MA
9.1-2005 - Current
- Led group sparring sessions to teach defensive strategies and skills.
- Motivated students through positive reinforcement techniques such as rewards or recognition.
- Instructed students on proper technique of punches, kicks, throws, holds, blocks and self-defense tactics.
- Conducted warm-up exercises, stretching, and strength training activities.
- Encouraged students to strive for excellence by setting achievable goals with measurable outcomes.
Therapeutic Mentor
Center For Human Development Inc.
West Springfield, MA
6.1-2017 - 5.1-2022
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and progress towards goals.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case updates and strategies for working with clients.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills, including problem-solving, communication, decision-making, anger management, self-esteem building and conflict resolution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campion High School
Athens - Greece08-1990
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering Mechanics
Western New England University
Springfield, MASkills
- Social Skills Training
- Math Intervention
- Teaching assistance
- Documentation
- Classroom support
- Special Education Support
- Student Supervision
- Skill building support
- Behavior improvements
Affiliations
- Martial Artist
- Basketball coach and player
Languages
English
Professional
Greek
Professional
Farsi
Limited
German
Limited
Accomplishments
- 3rd Degree Black Belt in Shotokounthigh International Karate
- 1996 World Cup Karate Champion ( KATA ) Cheltenham, England
Certification
- Certified Community Health Worker
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Springfield Public Schools, Massachusetts
9.1-2014 - Current
Therapeutic Mentor
Northeast Family Services
6.1-2022 - Current
Martial Arts Instructor
Self Employed
9.1-2005 - Current
Therapeutic Mentor
Center For Human Development Inc.
6.1-2017 - 5.1-2022
High School Diploma -
Campion High School
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering Mechanics
Western New England University
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