Tanijah Calloway
Central Islip,NY
Summary
Compassionate and dependable healthcare professional with experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), NYPD School Safety Agent, and Direct Support Professional. Skilled in providing exceptional patient and client care, maintaining safety and security, and building positive relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to delivering high-quality service with professionalism, empathy, and strong communication skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Safety Agent
NYPD School Safety
Brooklyn, New York
01.2026 - Current
- Monitored school premises to ensure safety and security for students and staff.
- Responded to emergencies, providing immediate assistance and coordinating with local authorities.
- Conducted regular safety drills, educating students on proper procedures and protocols.
- Observed and reported suspicious activities to enhance overall campus security measures.
- Utilized scanning and metal detection equipment to eliminate possession of weapons.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of emergency procedures.
- Responded to needs for medical services while on campus.
- Maintained safe environment for students, faculty, and visitors.
Direct Support Professional
Family Residences And Essential Enterprises
Smithtown, New York
02.2021 - Current
- Provided personal care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities and community integration.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement care plans.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for client care.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Developmental Disabilities Service Organization
Ronkonkoma, NY
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
- Developed activities to improve children's sensory abilities by introducing various textures and shapes. by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Engaged children through storytelling and facilitated painting, drawing, and craft activities to promote creativity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Islip Senior High School
Central Islip, NYAssociate of Arts - Nursing
SUFFOLK COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Brentwood, NYSkills
- School safety
- Crisis management
- Crisis intervention
- Safety training
- Care plan assessment
- ADL support
- Transportation assistance
- Client documentation
- Behavioral support
- Staff training
- Leadership
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Communication
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- HIPAA compliance
- CNA
- CPR & First Aid
Timeline
School Safety Agent
NYPD School Safety
01.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Family Residences And Essential Enterprises
02.2021 - Current
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Developmental Disabilities Service Organization
12.2018 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Central Islip Senior High School
Associate of Arts - Nursing
SUFFOLK COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE