Alexandra Madden
Streetsboro,OH
Summary
Compassionate, detail-oriented professional with extensive experience as a Direct Support Professional and Special Education Aide, dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental and behavioral needs. Expertise in implementing structured interventions, behavior redirection, and positive reinforcement strategies to enhance client outcomes. Proficient in data collection, documentation, and assisting with behavior plans while promoting skill development in educational and community settings. Certified in CPR/AED and trained in Handle with Care, committed to maintaining a safe, supportive environment and collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to foster independence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Streetsboro City School District
08.2024 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement classroom strategies enhancing student engagement and participation.
- Tracked student performance and communicated insights to educators to enhance instructional strategies and support student growth.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting social skills and peer interactions among students.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
Direct Support Professional
Epic
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized Client environment.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and personal administration, fostering greater independence.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05.2028
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Medication Administration
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct Patient Care
- Individualized Support Planning
- Certified in CPR/AED
- First Aid Certification
- Student advocacy
- Visual schedules
- Data collection
- Feeding assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Toileting assistance
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Streetsboro City School District
08.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Epic
12.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Cuyahoga Community College