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Tina Punzo

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educational Assistant

Halton District School Board
09.2012 - 06.2023
  • Assists student to develop in communication, behavioral, and social skills. This is done by using the most recent and effective teaching strategies and resource materials
  • Support teachers in the preparation, instruction and execution of the class
  • Record and monitor students progress by utilizing data sheets (soft copy and hard copy)
  • Facilitate communication for students using "PECS" (Picture Exchange Program)
  • Teach new skills to students using "ABA" (Applied Behavioral Analysis)
  • Assists students with personal care and in a variety of academic settings
  • Manage and control aggressive behavior from high- risk students by using "BMS" (Behavior Management System)
  • Assist students on managing peer tp peer communication
  • Responsible for teaching student's self regulation skills
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.

Residential Counselor

Community Living Oakville
05.2010 - 06.2023
  • Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills
  • Implemented comprehensive individualized treatment plans for high-risk clients in residential setting
  • Maintained and built professional relationships with staff and guardians of the residents
  • Assisted residents with hygiene routines and educated on the importance of maintenance
  • Attended and actively participated in monthly team meetings
  • Facilitated and assisted residents to meet their goals based on their "ISP" Individualized Support Plan
  • Provided a variety of nutritional options based on personal and cultural choices
  • Assisted residents to ensure their home was well maintained and image enhancing
  • Promoted community inclusion, independence and self-determination for the people supported
  • Encouraged residents to develop self-advocacy skills and to become active participants in own treatment plans


Education

Diploma - Social Services Worker

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville, ON

Skills

  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Effective Communication
  • Educational Settings
  • Skill-Building Support
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Behavior Management
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Enrichment Activities
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Teach Social Skills
  • Google Apps for Education
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Certification

Heart saver CPR AED level C (Red cross) May 2022



Training Completed

AIMS: Alliance Information Management System for the Social Services Sector (2014)


SMARTMEDS MAR: 2014/2015


Safe Management (2021/2022)


WHIMS (2022/2023)


Health and Safety (2022/2023)


BMS: Behavior Management Safety (2022/2023





Timeline

Educational Assistant

Halton District School Board
09.2012 - 06.2023

Residential Counselor

Community Living Oakville
05.2010 - 06.2023

Diploma - Social Services Worker

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

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