Siena De Tuerk
State College,PA
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. Experienced with instructional support, including assisting teachers and engaging students. Utilizes effective communication and classroom management techniques to create positive learning environment. Knowledge of curriculum implementation and student assistance in various educational settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
Easterly Parkway Elementary School
State College, PA
09.2025 - Current
- Support classroom instruction through individualized student assistance and engagement strategies.
- Implement behavior management techniques to promote better student engagement
- Monitor student progress and provided feedback to enhance academic performance.
- Lead small group instruction to reinforce learning objectives and promote skill mastery.
Guest Service Team Member
Target
State College, Pennsylvania
04.2021 - Current
- Resolved guest complaints and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Assisted guests with product inquiries and service requests.
- Train new team members to ensure the front of the store runs smoothly.
- Respond to customer inquiries via telephone, email, or in person throughout the day.
- Close registers, and ensure the store is empty at the end of each shift with the Closing Team Lead.
Babysitting
Parents Of Children
State College, Pennsylvania
01.2015 - Current
- Developed trusting relationships with both parents and children through consistent interaction throughout babysitting engagements.
- Organizing arts and crafts together for children to complete.
- Preparing meals, including those for children with severe allergies.
- Demonstrating strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently, and effectively.
Intern
Easterly Parkway
State College, Pennsylvania
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to support students' emotional needs.
- Helped develop safety plans tailored to student goals and challenges.
- Collaborated with the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support team to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Assisted in crisis intervention support during emergency situations.
Dance Teacher
Dance Academy Of State College
State College, Pennsylvania
07.2016 - 07.2020
- Created a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation and creativity.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Developed choreography for group routines and solo performances for competitions and recitals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation And Human Services
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Facilitation of training sessions
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Behavioral support
- Classroom support
Accomplishments
- Deans List, Fall 2020-Spring 2024
Certification
Stewards of Children Training (September 2021)
- Darkness to Light, End Child Sexual Abuse
-The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (November 2022)
- Family resilience
-Mandated Reporter (January 2022)
- Vector Training:
- ADHD: Secondary Interventions: U.S. National (January, 2026)
- EBD Overview: U.S. National (January, 2026)
- Inclusion Services: U.S. National (January, 2026)
-PCCD - Behavioral Health Awareness (January, 2026)
-PCCD - Situational Awareness (January, 2026)
-PCCD - Suicide and Bullying Awareness (January, 2026)
-PCCD - Trauma Informed Approaches (January, 2026)
PCCD - Trauma Informed Approaches
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
Easterly Parkway Elementary School
09.2025 - Current
Intern
Easterly Parkway
01.2024 - 05.2024
Guest Service Team Member
Target
04.2021 - Current
Dance Teacher
Dance Academy Of State College
07.2016 - 07.2020
Babysitting
Parents Of Children
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation And Human Services
The Pennsylvania State University