Teresa Kelly
Paraprofessional SPED
Schenectady,NY
Summary
I'm a orderly and committed individual offering solid skills in customer relations and resilience to handle challenges of fast-paced environments. Bringing detail-oriented and decisive nature with sound judgment, good multitasking abilities and self-motivated nature. Capable of working alone or with teams to accomplish on-time and accurate results.
Demonstrates ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Goal-oriented paraprofessional caring for students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Schenectady City School District
Schenectady, NY
01.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Supported classroom teachers in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and social workers to provide comprehensive support services to special needs students.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate an effective learning environment.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication, problem solving, self-advocacy and independent living skills among special needs students.
- Encouraged participation from all students by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Patient Care Technician
Ellis Hospital- Bellevue Woman’s hospital
Schenectady, NY
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
Administrative Assistant
Northern Rivers Family Services
Schenectady, NY
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Created and maintained spreadsheets and developed administrative and logistical reports.
- Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel, in addition to providing information to resolve inquiries and bolster customer satisfaction.
- Monitored daily and weekly schedules and monthly calendar obligations for Care Manager Meetings as well as family visitations.
- Entered invoice data into company database and updated details, including customer contacts and delivery dates to keep information current.
- Wrote email messages, memos and business letters for management and proofread all documentation to provide error-free correspondence.
Unit Clerk
Ellis Hospital- ICU
Schenectady, NY
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Answered telephone calls, responded to requests for information and routed callers to correct personnel or departments.
- Screened calls and collected messages for unit personnel to promote team efficiency.
- Recorded patient data in permanent records while maintaining HIPAA compliance and internal standards to protect individual medical information.
- Coordinated internal and external patient transportation.
- Prepared new charts, updated existing charts and managed records transfers between offices.
- Created and maintained accurate and confidential patient files according to regulatory mandates.
- Answered 50+ average daily phone calls to schedule appointments and address patient inquiries.
Direct Support Professional
OPWDD
Schenectady, NY
06.2000 - 12.2014
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
- Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
Education
GED -
NYS Dept of Education
Schenectady 04.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Schenectady County Community College
Scotia, NYSkills
- Directing visitors
- Memo preparation
- Managing office supplies
- Mail management
- Sensitive material handling
- Faxing documents
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Organization and efficiency
- Multi-line phone systems
- Special education
- Educational assistance
- Skill building
- Teacher Support
- Activity Planning
- IEP compliance
References
- Employers
- Amanda Capozzi- Supervisor @ Northern Rivers Family Services- capozzi04@gmail.com
- Jen Baker- Nurse Manager in ICU- 518-577-9058
- Kelly Stander- Residential Manager OPWDD 518-369-0022
- Lisa Taylor- Supervisor of Campus Program OPWDD-518-223-6066
*Personal References
Debra Juracka.. 30+ years 518-424-4818
Cheryll Squadere.. 30+ years518-366-6512
Kimberly Lozada.. 15+ years-518-860-5175
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Schenectady City School District
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Ellis Hospital- Bellevue Woman’s hospital
08.2020 - 11.2022
Administrative Assistant
Northern Rivers Family Services
11.2019 - 07.2020
Unit Clerk
Ellis Hospital- ICU
06.2018 - 11.2019
Direct Support Professional
OPWDD
06.2000 - 12.2014
GED -
NYS Dept of Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Schenectady County Community College
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