Andrea Buxton
Red Bluff,CA
Summary
I am a positive and motivated SpEd Paraprofessional, experienced working one-on-one with students that have varying special needs, an emphasis with ASD. I am able to adjust to a students individual needs in a variety of situations while remaining professional, empathetic, patient, and consistent. My goal working with a student is to give them a structured and safe environment, that will help them feel comfortable enough to stretch outside their comfort zone to achieve desired goals. This includes the long-term goal to no longer require one-on-one support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
SpEd Paraprofessional
Red Bluff Union Elementary School District
Red Bluff , CA
07.2008 - Current
- Serve as classroom aide to teachers and work one-on-one with special needs students.
- Offer students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Comply with instructor-developed IEPs and behavior plans, and make informed recommendations for adjustments.
- Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Complete documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
- Observe students to help teachers identify potential learning obstacles and opportunities for support.
- Provide classroom support throughout planned instruction and daily activities.
- Evaluate individual student needs and assess academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
- Help maintain a focused, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Childcare Provider
Tehama Family Fitness Center
Red Bluff , CA
03.2007 - Current
- Supervise and care for children ages newborn to 12 years old.
- Maintain safe, healthy and comfortable childcare environment.
- Assist children with social, emotional and behavioral development.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities.
- Maintain flexibility to work with children of various ages, different personalities and in different roles.
- Help children make positive behavior choices by moderating interactions and modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities.
- Sanitize toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID12.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Marriage And Family Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, IDSkills
State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional
- Completion of the CPI Verbal Intervention Training (5/11/22)
- One-on-one Student Support
- Assisting and Supporting ASD Students
- Supporting students with Special Needs
- Relationship Building
- Effective Communication
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Documenting Student Behavior and Progress
- Implementing Strategies and Following Behavior Plans consistent with IEP's
- Completion of Pro-Act Restraint Certification (2/2/24)
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Red Bluff Union Elementary School District
07.2008 - Current
Childcare Provider
Tehama Family Fitness Center
03.2007 - Current
Associate of Science - General Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Some College (No Degree) - Marriage And Family Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
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