Paloma Vargas
Hartford,CT
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Meriden Board Of Education
Meriden, CT
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
Teacher Aide
ymca meriden
Meriden, Connecticut
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
Personal Care Assistant
CT in home assistance
Meriden, Connecticut
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
- Developed individual plans of care based on assessment findings and physician orders.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
Personal Care Assistant
Angel Touch Home Care Provider
West Hartford, Connecticut
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and provided transportation services when necessary.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
Education
CNA Certification -
Northeast Medical Institute
East Hartford, CT03-2024
High School Diploma -
Pedro Perea Fajardo
Mayaguez PR05-2008
Skills
- Educational assistance
- Documentation
- Schedule Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Safety understanding
- Effective Communication
- Patient
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Meriden Board Of Education
10.2022 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
CT in home assistance
06.2021 - 01.2022
Teacher Aide
ymca meriden
10.2019 - 10.2022
Personal Care Assistant
Angel Touch Home Care Provider
05.2017 - 08.2019
CNA Certification -
Northeast Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Pedro Perea Fajardo
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