Theresa M. Clifford
8 Dolan Ave. Unit C. South Amboy
Summary
Dynamic Paraprofessional with extensive experience at Sayreville War Memorial High School, specializing in engaging special needs populations and implementing effective behavior management strategies. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and problem-solving abilities, thriving in challenging environments to foster student success. Recognized for attentiveness to the diverse emotional, intellectual, and social needs of students while delivering specialized educational assistance. Committed to promoting a positive learning atmosphere and encouraging student well-being through effective communication and conflict mediation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Sayreville
09.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
Paraprofessional
Center for LifeLong Learning
Parlin
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
PSE/Distribution Clerk
USPS
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Receive and Distribute Incoming and Outgoing Mail and Parcels
- Scanned, properly marked, and returned all returnable parcels and mail
- Scanned and properly marked holdable mail for incoming customers
- Assisted customers at the window with their mail needs
Bus Matron
Island Charter
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Safely pick up children to and from school
- Safely buckle the children in the car seats on the bus
- Keep bus clean and fresh for the children
- Log each child who is on the bus at pick up and drop off
Education
Bachelor of Art - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Skills
- Effective Organization Skills
- Problem Identification
- Motivated Self-Driven Professional
- Ready to accept and meet new challenges
- Computers
- Microsoft Office Word
- Types 72 words per minute
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Phlebotomy
- EKG
- Emergency First Aid Skills
- CPR
- Engages Effectively With Special Needs Populations
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Sayreville War Memorial High School
09.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Center for LifeLong Learning
04.2023 - 06.2024
PSE/Distribution Clerk
USPS
01.2021 - 01.2023
Bus Matron
Island Charter
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Art - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
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