Paraprofessional

Kaliyah Barnaby

**************@*****.*** 215-***-**** Phila, Pennsylvania 19144

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Motivated and enthusiastic college student with a strong work ethic and a diverse skill

set. Proficient in social media platforms and office technology, with experience in writing

and working with children in classroom environments. An empathetic listener and peer

tutor, dedicated to supporting students pursuing internships or careers in the Sociology

field.

SKILLS

● Leadership & Teamwork: Demonstrated leadership skills through 5 years as a teacher's

assistant, collaborating with educators and supporting students, fostering a positive and

productive learning environment.

● Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication abilities, effectively

interacting with students, parents, and colleagues, ensuring clear and concise exchanges.

● Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Applied critical thinking to address classroom

challenges, using problem-solving skills to support student learning and resolve issues

efficiently.

● Additional Qualifications: Holds all required child care clearances, experience in the

medical field, proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CPR certified,

completed 40-hour RBT training, and paraprofessional certification

WORK HISTORY

Paraprofessional

Nyman Associates Fort Washington, Pa August 2024 - Present

● Classroom Support: Helping with classroom organization, teaching materials, and

maintaining a safe and clean environment.

● Instruction: Providing basic instruction in reading, writing, math and other subjects.

● Student Support: Attending students' physical, emotional, academic m, and personal

needs.

● Administrative Support: Helping schedule and implement programs, and preparing

educational materials.

● Monitoring/ Supervision: Monitoring the classroom and minimizing disruptions requires

setting clear expectations, engaging students, using proactive strategies like proximity

control, staying consistent, and supervising students both inside and outside the

classroom to maintain an orderly environment.

Personal Care Assistant - Applied Behavior Analysis

Behavioral Analysis & Therapy Partners - Philadelphia, PA October 2023 to August 2024

● Support a student one on one under the direction of a classroom teacher

● Assist the student with assignments, during lunchtime, recess, and other times when

instructed by the teacher

● Observing patients, Teaching new skills, Implementing interventions, Providing family

guidance, Communicating with others, and Collaborating with other professionals

Teacher Assistant

Creative Minds Learning & Development Center - Shippensburg, PA March 2023 to May 2023

● Excellent verbal communication skills for motivating children to learn.

● Active listening skills to understand the children's needs.

● Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

● Flexible and open to change for working on different activities.

Mental Health Technician

Roxbury Treatment Center - Shippensburg, PA November 2022 to March 2023

● Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.

● Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories.

● Ability to communicate and interact with mental health professionals in a team

environment.

● Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive,

confidential issues.

EDUCATION

Sociology

Shippensburg University - Shippensburg, PA

August 2020 to 2022

Behavioral Health and Human Services

Community College of Philadelphia - Philadelphia, PA

June 2020 - Present

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