Zyaira Bookman
Coatesville
Summary
Compassionate and mission-driven professional with hands-on experience in behavioral health, youth mentorship, and community outreach. Skilled in supporting children and families in both school and neighborhood settings. Strong communicator and collaborator, passionate about bridging gaps in care and connecting individuals to essential health and social resources.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
A Child's Pace
02.2025 - Current
- Organized and supervised games and make recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Organized and stored toys and classroom materials to maintain order in activity areas.
- Monitored student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and overseeing attendance database.
Behavior Technician
The Stepping Stones Group
04.2021 - Current
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
- Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
- Developed intervention support plans for students to build behavioral skill capacity and preserve student access to instruction.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Used [Software] to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
Elderly Caregiver
Freedom Village at Brandywine
08.2016 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
Behavior Mentor
Chester County Intermediate Unit
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Assisted youth with homework assignments, sports, and fitness, art and literacy.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
- Assisted mentees in setting achievable goals and creating realistic action plans for personal and professional growth.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Psychology
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE05-2026
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Health And Sciences
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School
06-2019
Skills
- Youth Behavioral Support
- Community Outreach & Resource Navigation
- Family Engagement
- Mentorship & Academic Support
- Care Coordination
- Confidential Documentation
- Group Supervision
- Cultural Sensitivity
Certification
- CPR Certificate (Adult and Children)
- Safety Care Trained
- 40 Hour training / Competency toward RBT certificate
- SAT prep coordinator
Volunteer – CYWA (Community Youth and Women’s Alliance)
- Assisted with outreach events, youth workshops, and family support services.
- Promoted positive engagement and connected participants with community resources.
Community Organizer – Back-to-School Drives and Food Banks
- Helped plan and distribute school supplies to local families in need.
- Promoted events through social media and word-of-mouth outreach.
Timeline
Teacher
A Child's Pace
02.2025 - Current
Behavior Mentor
Chester County Intermediate Unit
05.2023 - 11.2024
Behavior Technician
The Stepping Stones Group
04.2021 - Current
Elderly Caregiver
Freedom Village at Brandywine
08.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Psychology
Wilmington University
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Health And Sciences
Delaware County Community College
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