Tanisha Bonadie
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Ombudsman
Naval Munitions Command
01.2022 - 09.2025
- Liaised officially between the Commanding Officer (CO) and Navy families.
- Relay accurate, up-to-date command information to families while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicate family concerns, trends, or issues to the CO for situational awareness.
- Guided family members in navigating military life through information, referrals, and resources.
- Offer guidance on services related to housing, medical care, deployment readiness, and crisis support.
- Provide emotional support, especially during deployments, emergencies, or personal hardship.
- Maintain knowledge of Navy and community resources (e.g., Fleet and Family Support Center, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Red Cross).
- Ensure families are aware of available support programs and how to access them.
- Uphold strict confidentiality in all communications, except in cases involving threats to safety, child abuse, domestic violence, or other reportable incidents.
- Maintain professionalism and neutrality - not taking sides in disputes or representing personal opinions as command policy.
- Facilitated family readiness by distributing timely information before, during, and after deployments or emergencies.
- Assist in coordinating family communication during crisis situations, such as casualty notifications or natural disasters.
- Participate in command emergency planning and training.
- Acquired essential skills through Navy Ombudsman Basic Training for effective service.
- Delivered regular reports to the Commanding Officer on family issues, concerns, and trends while upholding confidentiality.
- Attend command events, briefings, and family readiness activities as the CO's representative.
- Promote command unity and family inclusion through events and communication channels.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department of Defense Education Activity- The Sullivans Elementary School
FPO, AP
05.2022 - 08.2025
- Assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities tailored to students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one and small group support to enhance student engagement and academic success.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to support students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and promote positive behavior.
- Support the use of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
- Prepare and modify instructional materials under the teacher's direction.
- Reinforce learning concepts and skills introduced by the teacher.
- Assist students in transitioning between activities, classes, or environments.
- Supervise students in the classroom, on the playground, during lunch, and on field trips.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Promote social interaction and conflict resolution skills among students.
- Provide positive reinforcement and de-escalation support during emotional or behavioral challenges.
- Monitored and documented student progress, behavior, and participation to inform instructional strategies.
- Assist students with daily living skills such as eating, toileting, dressing, or mobility, depending on their needs.
- Ensure students' health, safety, and dignity are maintained at all times.
- Adhered to medical and physical support protocols to ensure student safety and well-being.
- Work closely with special education teachers, general education teachers, therapists, and parents.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and personal information.
- Observe and report any incidents or concerns to the supervising teacher or administrator.
- Assisted in organizing classroom resources and materials to create a structured learning environment.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department of Defense Education Activity- Jack N Darby Elementary School
FPO, AP
02.2019 - 03.2022
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to help students stay engaged and succeed academically.
- Assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities tailored to students with special needs.
- Facilitated the integration of assistive technology and adaptive equipment in classroom activities.
- Maintained organized, structured, and supportive classroom environment to enhance student learning.
- Reinforce learning concepts and skills introduced by the teacher.
- Assist students in transitioning between activities, classes, or environments.
- Monitored and documented student progress, behavior, and participation to inform instructional adjustments.
- Implement behavior management strategies as outlined in students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or behavior plans.
- Provided positive reinforcement and de-escalation support during emotional or behavioral challenges to promote student well-being.
- Assist students with daily living skills such as eating, toileting, dressing, or mobility, depending on their needs.
- Ensure students' health, safety, and dignity are maintained at all times.
- Adhered to medical and physical support protocols to ensure student safety and well-being.
- Work closely with special education teachers, general education teachers, therapists, and parents.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and personal information.
- Engaged actively in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities to improve skills.
- Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Observe and report any incidents or concerns to the supervising teacher or administrator.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department of Defense Education Activity- William C. McCool Elementary School
Santa Rita, GU
03.2014 - 12.2018
- Support students through one-on-one or small group instruction to enhance engagement and academic success.
- Assist the teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities tailored to students with special needs.
- Reinforced learning concepts and skills from lessons to improve student comprehension and retention.
- Implemented behavior management strategies outlined in students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or behavior plans.
- Provide positive reinforcement and de-escalation support during emotional or behavioral challenges.
- Facilitated social interactions and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen peer relationships among students.
- Assist students with daily living skills such as eating, toileting, dressing, or mobility, depending on their needs.
- Ensure students' health, safety, and dignity are maintained at all times.
- Follow all medical or physical support protocols as trained.
- Work closely with special education teachers, general education teachers, therapists, and parents.
- Engaged actively in team meetings and training sessions to enhance collaborative practices.
- Assisted in organizing classroom materials and resources to support a conducive learning environment.
- Oversaw student activities in various settings including classroom, playground, lunchroom, and field trips to ensure safety.
- Observe and report any incidents or concerns to the supervising teacher or administrator.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and personal information.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley08-2026
Skills
- Resource referral
- Communication skills
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Cultural awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Problem resolution
- Social perceptiveness
- Self-management
- Analytical thinking
- Data entry
Languages
Advanced, Advanced, Advanced
Additional Information - Ombudsman Experience
Naval Munitions Command, 01/01/22, 12/31/25, Serve as the official liaison between the Commanding Officer (CO) and Navy families., Relay accurate, up-to-date command information to families while maintaining confidentiality., Communicate family concerns, trends, or issues to the CO for situational awareness., Assist family members in navigating military life by providing information, referrals, and resources., Offer guidance on services related to housing, medical care, deployment readiness, and crisis support., Provide emotional support, especially during deployments, emergencies, or personal hardship., Maintain knowledge of Navy and community resources (e.g., Fleet and Family Support Center, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Red Cross)., Refer families to appropriate agencies or professionals for assistance., Ensure families are aware of available support programs and how to access them., Uphold strict confidentiality in all communications, except in cases involving threats to safety, child abuse, domestic violence, or other reportable incidents., Maintain professionalism and neutrality., Support family readiness by distributing information before, during, and after deployments or emergencies., Assist in coordinating family communication during crisis situations., Participate in command emergency planning and training., Complete required Navy Ombudsman Basic Training (OBT) before officially serving., Stay informed about updates to Navy Family Readiness policies and resources., Provide regular reports to the Commanding Officer summarizing family issues, concerns, and trends., Maintain accurate records of contacts, referrals, and communications per command guidelines., Attend command events, briefings, and family readiness activities as the CO's representative., Promote command unity and family inclusion through events and communication channels.
Job Related Training
Safe Crisis Management Training, 03/01/25
Accomplishments
- Supervisor's Cash Award-January 2025
- American Red Cross-Ombudsman Recognition-May 2023
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department of Defense Education Activity- The Sullivans Elementary School
05.2022 - 08.2025
Ombudsman
Naval Munitions Command
01.2022 - 09.2025
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department of Defense Education Activity- Jack N Darby Elementary School
02.2019 - 03.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Department of Defense Education Activity- William C. McCool Elementary School
03.2014 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management
Coastline Community College