Andrea Orozco
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional with 18 years of experience assisting classroom teachers and promoting individualized learning techniques. Excels in both group and one-on-one instruction. Also dedicated to encouraging and motivating students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Job Coach
Shawnee Mission School District
Orland Park, KS
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with employers to secure meaningful non-paid work experience for students.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided to each student including progress notes and case histories.
- Monitored student's performance in the workplace by conducting follow-up visits with employers or supervisors.
- Provided assistance to students in developing career goals and objectives.
- Assisted with resume writing, job search strategies, and goal setting.
- Coached students on appropriate workplace behavior and expectations.
- Guided students in learning to complete job tasks to develop motivation and skills.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Shawnee Mission South High School - Post High
Overland Park, KS
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted students and community employment settings
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Maintained attendance records and documented class activity.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- assisted students with daily living activities
SpEd Paraprofessional
Turner School District
Kansas City, KS
02.2006 - 05.2022
- Supervised test taking and graded papers.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Follow instructions given by teacher, prepare work and jobs for students.
- Assisted with daily living needs.
- Implemented strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities.
- a activities, such as games, arts and crafts.
Direct Support Professional
Johnson County Developmental Supports
Lenexa, KS
08.2010 - 04.2012
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Direct Support Provider
Donnell Brychel
Lenexa, KS
2003 - 2009
- Provided direct care to an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted in fun community outings such as stores to shop, restaurants, libraries, and bowling.
- Assisted and money management
Direct Support Provider
Helpers Inc.
Lenexa, KS
2001 - 2008
- Worked One on one with an adult with a disability at her residence in the evening.
- Assisted with daily living skills, such as cooking, shopping, and meal planning.
- Attended Community outings with the client, such as dances, game nights and cookouts
Education
67 Credit Hours - Sign Language Interpretation
JCCC
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Teacher Assistance
- Activities Oversight
- Special Needs
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Good Work Ethic
- Organizational Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
Affiliations
- Turner Point of light award from the Turner board of Education
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Shawnee Mission South High School - Post High
08.2022 - 01.2023
Job Coach
Shawnee Mission School District
02.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Johnson County Developmental Supports
08.2010 - 04.2012
SpEd Paraprofessional
Turner School District
02.2006 - 05.2022
Direct Support Provider
Donnell Brychel
2003 - 2009
Direct Support Provider
Helpers Inc.
2001 - 2008
67 Credit Hours - Sign Language Interpretation
JCCC
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