Tianna Ferguson
Woodridge,IL
Summary
Compassionate and dependable human services professional with experience supporting children and individuals with behavioral and developmental needs. Skilled in monitoring safety, documenting behaviors, and maintaining structured environments. Strong ability to build trust with youth while enforcing rules and following established protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Living Coach
Trinity Services
New Lenox, IL
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
Paraprofessional
Amergis Healthcare Staffing
Bolingbrook, IL
06.2024 - 06.2026
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times
One-to-One Paraprofessional
The Stepping Stone Group
Chicago, IL
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed and maintained documentation of client progress, contributing to accurate reporting and compliance with regulations
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities
Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons
Chicago, IL
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented age-appropriate activities promoting social and emotional development
- Evaluated student progress through observations and assessments, adjusting curriculum as needed
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster early literacy and numeracy skills
Office Coordinator
Ageless Skye Resources
Harrison, NY
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Interact with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information
- Efficiently supervise filing, sorting and handling incoming and outgoing mail
- Deliver clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirement
School Bus Monitor
Yonkers Public Schools
Yonkers, NY
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Managed emergency bus evacuations with appropriate use of emergency doors
- Checked on passengers regularly, Verified compliance with safety requirements and identified assistances needs
- Kept a close eye on passengers behavior and watching for inquiries, Illnesses and disputes
Teacher's Aide
Yonkers Public Schools
Yonkers, NY
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Support teachers in development of individual learning strategies
- Maintain a positive attitude and affirmatively communicating with each student
- Delivered personalized educational behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL06-2028
High School Diploma - undefined
Yonkers Montessori Academy
Yonkers, NY06-2016
Skills
- Crisis Awareness & De-escalation
- Policy Compliance & Confidentiality
- Child Supervision & Safety Monitoring
- Communication with Families & Teams
- Behavioral Observation & Documentation
- Mandated Reporting Awareness
Certification
Paraprofessional License
Timeline
Independent Living Coach
Trinity Services
10.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Amergis Healthcare Staffing
06.2024 - 06.2026
One-to-One Paraprofessional
The Stepping Stone Group
03.2023 - 06.2023
Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons
07.2022 - 01.2023
Office Coordinator
Ageless Skye Resources
09.2020 - 06.2023
School Bus Monitor
Yonkers Public Schools
09.2018 - 06.2020
Teacher's Aide
Yonkers Public Schools
04.2017 - 06.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Yonkers Montessori Academy
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Joliet Junior College