Paul Powers
Lynn
Summary
Professional with strong track record in guiding individuals towards successful academic and career paths. Expertise in academic and career counseling, resume development, and interview preparation. Known for collaborative approach, adaptability, and achieving measurable results. Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills valued by employers.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic/Career Advisor, HiSET Program
American Training Inc.
Chelsea, MA
11.2019 - Current
- Provide individual and group advising to students on academic, personal, and career related issues
- Assist students in selecting courses and creating academic plans to achieve their goals
- Refer students to campus resources as needed and follow up to ensure that the student’s needs have been met
- Collaborate with faculty and staff across departments to support student success
- Develop and conduct presentations and workshops on a variety of academic topics
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and databases of student interactions and progress
- Stay informed of current policies, procedures, and resources relevant to academic advising
- Participate in departmental and campus-wide initiatives to enhance the student experience
Paraprofessional, DD/Autism
Beebe School
Malden, MA
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Assist DD students as part of teaching team, Ages 10-13
- Implement behavior and academic programs
- Oversee programs designed by Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst
- Collect data based on direct observations
- Assess student progress on a bi-weekly basis through behavior graphs
- Communicate directly with principals, co-educators, visitors and parents
Paraprofessional, PDD/Autism
Northshore Education Consortium
Beverly, MA
04.2016 - 02.2019
- Assist PDD students as part of teaching team, Ages 12-15
- Implement behavior and academic programs
- Oversee programs designed by Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst
- Collect data based on direct observations
- Assess student progress on a bi-weekly basis through behavior graphs
- Communicate directly with directors, co-educators, visitors and parents
Developmental Specialist, PDD/Autism
Bridgewell – Rosewood Day Hab
Danvers, MA
04.2014 - 03.2016
- Collaborate and implement proactive instruction with service managers
- Conduct behavioral data analysis for up to six clients, Ages 22+
- Develop ISP objectives with various service delivery therapists (SLP/OT)
- Compose functional academic data programs and materials
- Record and monitor behavior/academic data collection for graphing
- Communicate directly with supervisors, co-instructors, visitors and parents
Lead Classroom Teacher, PDD/Autism
Northshore Education Consortium
Beverly, MA
09.2006 - 04.2014
- Supervise and deliver trainings to three paraprofessional staff
- Conduct behavioral data analysis for up to seven students, Ages 13-20
- Develop IEP objectives with various service delivery therapists (SLP/OT)
- Participate in administrating and constructing varied-level MCAS-Alt portfolio assessments
- Communicate directly with directors, co-educators, visitors and parents
Education
Masters of Education - Moderate Special Needs
Salem State University
Salem, MA05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Art
Salem State College
Salem, MA05-2003
Skills
- Proficient in: MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Adaptive Communication Devices, Internet use and navigation
Timeline
Academic/Career Advisor, HiSET Program
American Training Inc.
11.2019 - Current
Paraprofessional, DD/Autism
Beebe School
03.2019 - 08.2019
Paraprofessional, PDD/Autism
Northshore Education Consortium
04.2016 - 02.2019
Developmental Specialist, PDD/Autism
Bridgewell – Rosewood Day Hab
04.2014 - 03.2016
Lead Classroom Teacher, PDD/Autism
Northshore Education Consortium
09.2006 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Art
Salem State College
Masters of Education - Moderate Special Needs
Salem State University