Tarah Newell
Springfield,MA
Summary
To obtain a post of administrative responsibility with an organization that would allow my personal growth.
Resourceful Educational Coordinator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in curriculum development, educational technology integration, and student engagement strategies. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to effectively manage educational programs and enhance learning outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Coordinator
Depart part of children and families
Springfield, MA
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Discussed curriculum changes with department staff and principals to facilitate action plans.
- Liaison between the Department, social worker, school, probation, parents or department homes
- Developed and implemented educational programs to meet the needs of students.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Evaluated current course offerings and determined which classes should be added or removed from the schedule each year.
- Coordinated communication between parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in student education.
Sales Associate
Town Fair Tire
Northampton, MA
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Maintained records related to sales for store management.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
Behavioral Specialist
Arrow Child & Family Ministries
Baltimore, MD
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Developed personalized behavior intervention plans based on assessment results.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Coached students in developing adaptive coping skills to manage stressors in their lives.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Advised teachers on classroom management techniques that promote positive learning environments.
- Reviewed relevant research literature regarding effective behavioral interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, administrators and other professionals to design interventions that improve student outcomes.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior plans to address challenging behaviors in children with disabilities.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Conducted assessments of student's behavior, academic performance, and social skills.
- Collected data via direct student observation and consultation with classroom teachers regarding student behaviors.
In School Support Coordinator
Holyoke Public Schools
Holyoke, MA
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Provides supervised and structured environment for students assigned to the in-school suspension program within a school suspension program within a school
- Works with classroom teachers to coordinate the academic activities of suspended students and provides assistance to students in completing the assigned work
- Monitors students and maintains a safe and orderly environment within the in-school suspension classroom
- Assists students assigned to the program with completing their regular classroom assignments
- Guides and encourages students to develop a positive attitude toward learning
Para-Professional Therapeutic Intervention Program (TIP)
Holyoke Public Schools
Holyoke, MA
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Provides behavioral and psycho educational assistance to student failing to abide to school routines, program limits and structure
- Maintains the safety of the building and utilizes safety protocols such as safety/sharps checks, proactive de-escalation techniques
- Completes and files all required daily documentation including daily rounds, incident reports
- Communicates with Supervisor, Teacher, Case Manager and/or Clinical Team any pertinent student information in order to update daily routine, academics, and interventions
Case Manager/Interventionist
Center School for Crisis and Intervention
Holyoke, MA
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Provided intensive case management services which assist with attendance, community supports and the flow of information
- Managed 51A paperwork when necessary in a timely manner
- Arranged meetings including care coordinating, court, conference and assist in IEP meetings to provided techniques for students in areas of social and emotional challenges to improve their school academics
- Provides behavioral and psycho educational assistance to student failing to abide to school routines, program limits and structure
- Maintains the safety of the building and utilizes safety protocols such as safety/sharps checks, proactive de-escalation techniques
- Completes and files all required daily documentation including daily rounds, incident reports
- Communicates with Supervisor, Teacher, Case Manager and/or Clinical Team any pertinent student information in order to update daily routine, academics, and interventions
Counselor
Providence Behavioral Health
Holyoke, MA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Function as a member of a treatment team to provide safe and therapeutic structure, supervision, in order to create and maintain a therapeutic environment
- Provide clinical services to clients/patients to help their level of functioning on a locked facility
- Provided daily documentation on patient’s behaviors, following specific treatment plans
After School Teacher
21st century program
Holyoke, MA
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Provided academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly students with low performing schools
- Provided literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children
Floor Manager
Children’s museum of Holyoke
Holyoke, MA
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Oversea of children museum daily accounting, setup and breakdown of large parties and cleaning of entire museum
Youth Counselor
Youth RAP
Holyoke, MA
06.1997 - 06.2000
- Contributed to drafting grant documents.
- Planning of field trips, volunteered at Holyoke Soldiers Home
- Earned creative vision award in 1998
Education
Master’s - Forensic Psychology
American International College
Springfield, MA01.2018
Bachelor - Social Science
American International College
Springfield, MA01.2011
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Holyoke community college
Holyoke, MA01.2004
Skills
- Classroom management strategies
- Rapport building
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Punctuality
- Effective Stress Management
Accomplishments
- Creative Vision Award, 1999, Youth Alliance
- Deans List, 2004, Holyoke Community College
- Deans List, 2010-2012, American International College
- Omicron Chapter Alpha Sigma Lambda, 2011, American International College
Timeline
Educational Coordinator
Depart part of children and families
05.2022 - 06.2023
Sales Associate
Town Fair Tire
06.2020 - 05.2022
Behavioral Specialist
Arrow Child & Family Ministries
07.2019 - 06.2020
In School Support Coordinator
Holyoke Public Schools
09.2016 - 06.2019
Para-Professional Therapeutic Intervention Program (TIP)
Holyoke Public Schools
01.2014 - 06.2016
Counselor
Providence Behavioral Health
01.2010 - 01.2013
Case Manager/Interventionist
Center School for Crisis and Intervention
01.2004 - 01.2014
After School Teacher
21st century program
01.2000 - 01.2004
Floor Manager
Children’s museum of Holyoke
01.2000 - 01.2004
Youth Counselor
Youth RAP
06.1997 - 06.2000
Master’s - Forensic Psychology
American International College
Bachelor - Social Science
American International College
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Holyoke community college