Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
The Power of Choice - Motivational Speech
Languages
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Owen Weiss

Randolph,NJ

Summary

Developed skills in collaborative and educational environment, focusing on supporting student learning and engagement. Demonstrates strong organizational and communication abilities, with keen understanding of how to create inclusive and supportive spaces. Looking to transition to new field, applying these transferable skills to foster growth and success in dynamic setting.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Paraprofessional

Lake Drive School At Mountain Lakes High School
08.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Provided assistance for students academically and cognitively, aiding in emotional development and strengthening problem solving skills
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students and faculty members.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with various hearing abilities.

ASL Tutoring Proctor

Towson University
08.2021 - 05.2022

● Oversaw and coordinated tutoring for 100+ ASL students while considering student and tutor availability

● Developed a curriculum that was educational and challenging for various ASL proficiency levels

● Tutored ASL students tailored to their language learning abilities and goals

Youth Tennis Coach

Randolph Tennis Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Facilitated a competitive learning environment for children ages 4-12 at various skill levels, and aided them in achieving their tennis goals
  • Expanded students'' understanding of game strategy through detailed discussions of match tactics and positioning concepts.
  • Fostered sportsmanship among players through effective communication of rules, expectations, and fair play principles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Towson University
Towson, MD
05.2024

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Small group instruction
  • Emotional support
  • Social skills training
  • Progress monitoring
  • Social support
  • Motivational
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Public Speaking

Certification

Certificate of Eligibility (CE) - Psychology

Substitute Teacher Certification



The Power of Choice - Motivational Speech

"The Power of Choice" is a 30-minute talk developed to share the story of a tennis athlete after a life changing spinal cord injury. After losing the ability to walk independently, this talk discusses coping mechanisms and empowerment, focusing on aspects of positivity, acceptance and the power of choice when faced with adversity.

Languages

American Sign Language
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Paraprofessional

Lake Drive School At Mountain Lakes High School
08.2024 - Current

ASL Tutoring Proctor

Towson University
08.2021 - 05.2022

Youth Tennis Coach

Randolph Tennis Center
05.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Towson University

Certificate of Eligibility (CE) - Psychology

Substitute Teacher Certification



Owen Weiss