Mehjabin Ahmed
Paterson
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated educational professional with an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts: Early Childhood Education and a New Jersey Substitute Teaching Credential, seeking a position as an ABA Special Classroom Instructional Aide. Experienced in supporting students with autism and developmental disabilities through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies and evidence-based teaching practices in structured, inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Personal/Instructional Aide
Dale Avenue School, Paterson Public Schools — Paterson, NJ Employed Through ESS Northeast
07.2013 - Current
- Serve as a staff member of ESS Northeast, an organization that provides substitute teachers, instructional aides, and personal aides to the Paterson Public School District.
- Support students with autism and developmental disabilities in an ABA-based special education classroom.
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the supervision of certified teachers and BCBAs.
- Conduct discrete trial training (DTT) sessions to reinforce learning and track progress.
- Assist students with academic instruction, communication goals, and social skill development.
- Collect and document behavioral and academic data to monitor student progress.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to promote a positive, inclusive learning environment.
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to enhance engagement and independence
Substitute Classroom Aid/ Teacher
Dale Avenue School, Paterson Public Schools — Paterson, NJ Employed through Kelly Education
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked as a substitute staff member for Paterson Public Schools through Kelly Education.
- Supported teachers in maintaining structured, engaging, and inclusive classrooms.
- Assisted students in both general and special education settings with academic and behavioral needs.
- Reinforced lesson plans, maintained classroom order, and encouraged positive student participation.
- Collaborated with school staff to ensure consistent educational and behavioral support.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ05.2021
High School Diploma - Education
John F. Kennedy High School
Paterson, NJ06.2017
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies
- Discrete Trial Training (DTT) implementation
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) support
- IEP implementation assistance
- Data collection and progress tracking
- Classroom management and behavior support
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Patience, empathy, and adaptability
Certification
- New Jersey Substitute Teaching Credential – Active
- First Aid & CPR Certified – 4Cs of Passaic County Family Child Care, NJ
Timeline
Substitute Classroom Aid/ Teacher
Dale Avenue School, Paterson Public Schools — Paterson, NJ Employed through Kelly Education
09.2022 - 07.2023
Substitute Personal/Instructional Aide
Dale Avenue School, Paterson Public Schools — Paterson, NJ Employed Through ESS Northeast
07.2013 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Passaic County Community College
High School Diploma - Education
John F. Kennedy High School