Andre Harris
Waltham,MA
Summary
Dedicated professional committed to enhancing client well-being through family-centered care, advocacy, and resource referrals. Proven expertise in crisis intervention and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving tailored to client needs. Equipped to implement impactful support strategies for diverse populations, particularly in navigating early intervention services and fostering positive outcomes for families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown
Watertown
10.2007 - Current
- Collaborated with educational staff to address and mitigate challenging behaviors among students, enhancing classroom dynamics.
- Established positive behavior management techniques that fostered a supportive and respectful learning environment.
- Prepared specialized materials and resources for individualized instruction, enabling each student to reach their full potential.
- Promoted student self-advocacy by teaching strategies for self-monitoring progress and requesting appropriate accommodations.
- Carried out therapeutic regimens for behavior modifications and personal development.
- Coordinated logistics and activities for educational field trips to enhance student learning experiences.
- Conducted comprehensive orientation sessions for new staff to enhance program integration.
- Developed structured daily schedules to optimize time management and workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support plans addressing the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
In Home Skills Trainor
Wraparound child and adult services
12.2017 - 11.2024
- Facilitated communication with clients and parents to evaluate needs and develop individualized training plans.
- Crafted engaging social stories that reflect daily life experiences to support client objectives.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that promoted positive engagement and change for clients.
- Designed interactive activities that fostered skill acquisition in real-life settings for clients.
- Created tailored materials to support client objectives and drive satisfaction.
Education
MSW - Social work
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2027
B.S - Therapeutic Recreation
Indiana University
Bloomington, INSkills
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Facilitation of national presentations
- CPR and first aid
- Advocacy for patient and family needs
- Problem-solving skills
- Effective rapport building
- Steady and patient presence
Timeline
In Home Skills Trainor
Wraparound child and adult services
12.2017 - 11.2024
Teaching Assistant
Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown
10.2007 - Current
B.S - Therapeutic Recreation
Indiana University
MSW - Social work
Howard University