Aeryn Shea

Dedicated, compassionate, and positive professional with experience in childcare, education, retail, and customer service. Two years of experience as an ABA Therapist providing individualized support to children on the autism spectrum, implementing behavioral plans, documenting progress, and supporting developmental goals. Experienced camp counselor in training with a background in environmental education, child supervision, and creating safe and engaging activities.

Strong skills in documentation, communication, teamwork, and customer service, with the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. Reliable, patient, adaptable, and positive, with a strong commitment to creating supportive and welcoming environments for children, families, and customers.

Counselor In Training at Natures Classroom (2018-06 – 2021-07)

Worked as a Counselor in Training at an outdoor sleepaway camp, supporting and supervising children ages 8–13 while helping create a safe, positive, and engaging camp environment. Taught and assisted with a variety of outdoor and water-based activities while educating campers about the importance of environmental conservation, respecting nature, and keeping the land clean. Assisted with planning and preparing meals and helped ensure campers were accounted for and supervised during activities in large outdoor and open areas.

Developed strong skills in communication, leadership, teamwork, responsibility, organization, and maintaining camper safety in active outdoor settings.

Sales floor associate at TJ MAXX (2021-10 – 2022-01)

Worked as a Sales Floor Associate at TJ Maxx, providing friendly and professional customer service while assisting customers with finding merchandise and answering questions. Managed and organized clothing racks, displays, and sales floor setups to ensure merchandise was presented neatly and efficiently. Operated the cash register and processed customer transactions accurately while maintaining a positive and welcoming experience.

Assisted with restocking merchandise, cleaning the store, and maintaining a safe and organized sales floor. Worked collaboratively with team members in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating strong communication, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm, positive, and professional.

ABA Instructor at ACES TLC (2024-10 – 2026-08)

Provided individualized ABA therapy to children ages 3–5 on the autism spectrum in a clinical setting. Implemented individualized behavioral plans and utilized ABA to support communication, developmental, behavioral, and daily living skills. Assisted children with potty training, hygiene routines, meal preparation, and other activities of daily living while maintaining a safe, positive, and supportive environment.

Collaborated within a larger clinical setting and gained additional experience supporting Pre-K classrooms. Maintained accurate and timely documentation of sessions, behaviors, progress, and treatment data using platforms including BIPTrack and CentralReach. Developed strong skills in communication, documentation, child safety, patience, and remaining calm and positive while supporting children with diverse needs.

High School diploma – Hamden High School