Tina DeMeo
Westwood,NJ
Summary
Hardworking and focused Administrative professional offering excellent communication, planning and prioritization skills demonstrated through 10 years of performance. Skilled at drafting reports and business correspondence, managing mail and updating tracking spreadsheets. Exceptional leadership skills with expertise in streamlining workflow to optimize personnel strengths. Excels in calendar management, scheduling, data-entry and database administration.
Behavioral support professional with proven background in assisting students with developmental challenges. Known for effectively implementing behavioral plans and strategies. Committed to fostering collaborative environment and adapting to dynamic needs. Utilizes techniques such as positive reinforcement and crisis intervention.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ABA Paraprofessional
Westwood Region High School
09.2021 - Current
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Met one-on-one with autism students and implemented targeted behavioral plans.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Oversaw classroom and teaching materials and requisitioned low-stock items.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Maintained attendance records and documented class activity.
- Adept in troubleshooting and identifying current issues and providing effective solutions.
Manager
We Rock The Spectrum
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction and providing appropriate accommodations for individual needs, leading to improved academic performance.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using proactive interventions, reducing disruptions in the learning environment.
- Established strong rapport with autistic students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding of their unique needs.
- Enhanced autistic students'' communication skills by implementing visual and auditory aids in lessons.
- Utilized assistive technology tools to facilitate learning opportunities tailored to individual student abilities and preferences.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating sensory integration techniques into lessons and classroom activities.
- Designed creative lesson plans that accommodated diverse learning styles prevalent among autistic learners.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Trained fellow educators in best practices for working with autistic students, enhancing overall support within the school.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Improved students'' social interactions through role-playing activities and group projects.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Collaborated with various vendors to ensure seamless execution of events and timely delivery of services.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Supervised children's activities, maintaining happiness, safety and well-being.
- Decorated and set tables in accordance with party themes and age groups.
- Handled any unexpected issues or emergencies calmly and professionally, maintaining a positive atmosphere during events.
- Educated guests on rules and policies to deliver safe, enjoyable experiences.
- Prepared and served food and drinks to guests, meeting hygiene and safety standards.
- Planned parties according to customer specifications.
- Assisted in training new party hosts, sharing best practices and helping them develop strong hosting skills.
- Handled financial transactions accurately and responsibly, ensuring proper payment processing and recordkeeping.
Manager's Assistant
Pazza
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Ran errands to support daily needs of management.
- Created and edited correspondence, documents and materials.
- Monitored and managed social media accounts.
- Scheduled meetings and managed calendar.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
- Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and effective service to patrons.
- Managed food resources, memorized orders and coordinated service in 30-table restaurant.
- Supervised staff of 4 servers while serving tables and maintaining inventories.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Paraprofessional
Westwood Regional School District
09.2014 - 09.2021
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assisted in preparing reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency.
- Compiled data and reviewed information for accuracy prior to input.
- Verified accuracy of data before transcribing.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Outlined appropriate processes and procedures to fulfill and complete inquiries.
- Added documents to file records and created new records to support filing needs.
- Documents completed work in appropriate logbooks.
Worker
Pomptonian
09.2011 - 06.2020
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas
- .Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Restocked items on shelves and bins to keep inventory available.
- Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
- Assisted various departments with change by communicating new improvement plans and expectations.
- Managed costs and quality of products through vendors.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by preparing food according to standard recipes with modifications based on individual customer requirements.
- Communicated effectively with customers to plan large or specialized orders, providing customers with recommendations, samples and response to particular requests.
- Tracked incoming and outgoing files and materials and maintained accurate records for potential discrepancies.
- Prepared new files and assigned tracking identification numbers, which resulted in better retrieval efficiency.
- Maintained physical and computer-based filing systems.
Manager
Uncle Louies
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
- Recorded inventory sales into organization's weekly income report.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Applied customer feedback to develop process improvements and support long-term business needs.
- Onboarded new employees, including training, mentoring and new hire documentation.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Post University
Waterbury, CT05.2020
No Degree - English Literature
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06.2017
No Degree - Special Education
Kean University
01.2013
High School Diploma -
Westwood Regional School District
06.2010
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Computer skills
- Teamwork
- Employee performance evaluations
- Staff Management
- Employee scheduling
- Staff supervision
- Google Drive
- Strategic Planning
- Special Needs
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Good Work Ethic
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- People Skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Computer Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Management
- Collaboration with professionals
CPI Trained
Equip with the skills to effectively prevent and de-escalate crisis situations, minimizing the risk of harm to themselves and others
Timeline
Manager
We Rock The Spectrum
01.2024 - 08.2024
ABA Paraprofessional
Westwood Region High School
09.2021 - Current
Manager's Assistant
Pazza
01.2019 - 02.2022
Manager
Uncle Louies
04.2015 - 04.2017
Paraprofessional
Westwood Regional School District
09.2014 - 09.2021
Worker
Pomptonian
09.2011 - 06.2020
No Degree - English Literature
Southern New Hampshire University
No Degree - Special Education
Kean University
High School Diploma -
Westwood Regional School District
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Post University
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