Sarah Michel
Queens,NY
Summary
. Hardworking Student offering part-time work experience and extensive knowledge of core subject matter. Meticulous and detail-oriented with excellent observational, organizational and communication skills. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Compassionate individual with established experience providing support to students. Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans and assess student progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
Various
05.2021 - Current
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Facilitated social skills development in group settings, fostering improved peer interactions.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Provided direct support during community outings, facilitating appropriate social interactions among peers while practicing newly acquired skills within real-world contexts.
Direct Support Professional
Life Worc
07.2018 - Current
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
- Enhanced successful patient outcomes by helping each participate in recreational activities alone or in groups
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress
- Planned engaging recreational, developmental and entertainment activities.
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2014 - 09.2023
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts
- Worked with students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Bachelors Of Science - Psychology
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
12.2020
Associate Of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Nassau Community College
05.2019
Associate Of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Nassau Community College
05.2017
Skills
- First Aid and Safety
- Behavioral Management
- Patient Care
- Emotional Support
- Childcare experience
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Various
05.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Life Worc
07.2018 - Current
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2014 - 09.2023
Bachelors Of Science - Psychology
Brooklyn College of The City University of New York
Associate Of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Nassau Community College
Associate Of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Nassau Community College
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