GaNya Finch
Gainesville
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SpEd Paraprofessional
Gainesville Middle School West
07.2022 - Current
- Implemented data-driven interventions for struggling learners, promoting academic success across content areas.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Lanier
07.2018 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Increased participant engagement through the creation of a welcoming and inclusive environment for all youth members.
- Implemented effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere within our programs.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
Education
Child Developmental Specialist - Early Childhood Education
Lanier Technical College
Gainesville, GA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Gainesville High School
Gainesville, GA05.2018
Skills
- Special needs
- Sensory Integration
- Activity management
- Behavior management techniques
- Collaboration with teachers
- Autism understanding
- Life Skills Development
- Positive Reinforcement
Certification
CPR certified
Mental Health aid certified
Mindset certified
References
Dr. Linda Kennedy-Murray
Phone: 678-687-5713
Email: Linda.Kennedy-Murray@gcssk12.net
Derrick Caldwell
Phone: 229-291-5623
Email: dcaldwell@bgclanier.org
Mason Borders
Phone: 678-858-6408
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Gainesville Middle School West
07.2022 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Lanier
07.2018 - Current
Child Developmental Specialist - Early Childhood Education
Lanier Technical College
High School Diploma -
Gainesville High School
CPR certified
Mental Health aid certified
Mindset certified
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