Stacia Brochu
Rochester,NH
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive expertise in child development and education, particularly at Spaulding High School.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Spaulding High School
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Supported a student with cerebral palsy and related secondary conditions through individualized attention.
- Monitored the student to ensure safety and recognized symptoms of an impending seizure.
- The student also experienced absence seizures, so I carried a walkie-talkie in case a seizure occurred, which they did.
- Encouraged self-help skills, maintained focus on classwork, and taught personal space and safety awareness.
- Provided daily reminders to support smooth transitions between classrooms. between classrooms by providing daily reminders about schedule changes and ensuring safe navigation in hallways during busy times.
- He had trouble with balance, large motor skills, and his eyesight made it difficult to read small print.
- He had speech and physical therapy services once a week integrated into his schedule.
- As a freshman in high school, he had many new adjustments, including his IEP.
Childcare Provider
Adairsville Childcare Center, Emerson Elementary School
Adairsville, GA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Designed and implemented engaging learning experiences in basic arithmetic, social skills, and self-help lessons to prepare four-year-olds for kindergarten.
- Coordinated after-school programs at Adairsville Elementary, increasing student participation and creating a nurturing environment for learning.
- Served as substitute teacher for kindergarten through third-grade students, managing classroom activities and ensuring a productive atmosphere.
- Assisted in curriculum implementation as classroom aide at Emerson Elementary, facilitating lesson delivery and enhancing student comprehension.
- Volunteered at school events to support community engagement.
Assistant School Afternoon Director
Eagle Pointe Learning Center
GA
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Acquired skills in leadership and program management while serving as Assistant School Afternoon Director.
- Developed school-wide additional curriculum activities and co-coordinated summer camp for two summers, working with school-age children aged 6-12.
- Engaged with preschool classes, fostering developmental activities for three and four year olds.
Infant Lead Teacher
SunBrook Academy
Acworth, GA
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Developed classroom curriculum for eight infants, provided primary care for four infants, conducted infant evaluations, and engaged with parents and center director.
Childcare Provider
Somersworth Childcare Center Bright Horizons Children's Center
Somersworth, New Hampshire
01.1990 - 01.2000
- Facilitated child development through interactive educational and recreational activities for children aged 6 months to 12 years.
Education
Attended Classes -
College of Life Long Learning
Durham, NH01.1994
diploma -
Somersworth High School
Somersworth, NH01.1991
Skills
- Teaching skills and child development knowledge
- Creative and interactive approaches
- Hands-on learning and collaboration
- Artistic expression and storytelling
- Event planning and volunteering
- Theater backdrop creation and pageant directing
- Cosmetology and mural painting
References
Character references given upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Spaulding High School
09.2025 - 12.2025
Childcare Provider
Adairsville Childcare Center, Emerson Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2009
Assistant School Afternoon Director
Eagle Pointe Learning Center
01.2003 - 01.2006
Infant Lead Teacher
SunBrook Academy
01.2000 - 01.2003
Childcare Provider
Somersworth Childcare Center Bright Horizons Children's Center
01.1990 - 01.2000
Attended Classes -
College of Life Long Learning
diploma -
Somersworth High School