Andrew Farmer
Hendersonville,NC
Summary
Competent Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across levels. Understands importance of teaching solid study habits for testing success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Caregiver (autism Support)
Family Friends
01.2019 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Henderson County Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Monitored student actions and applied established interventions to redirect behavior and resolve conflicts.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Provided mobility and personal care support to students with physical limitations.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Transylvania County Schools
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Childcare Network
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Personal Care Aide
Pisgah Valley Retirement Community
02.2010 - 08.2012
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Education
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Bryan University At Springfield
Springfield, MO03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC08.2016
High School Diploma -
Southern Way Academy Homeschool
Candler, NC06.2010
Skills
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Care Plan Assessment
- Patient Care
- First Aid and Safety
- Behavioral Management
- Range of motion exercises
- Physical therapy support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Compassionate care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Office Administration
- Progress Reporting
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Mobility Assistance
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Conflict Resolution
- Active Listening
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Social Skills Development
- Data Collection
- Empathy and Compassion
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Henderson County Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2023
Private Duty Caregiver (autism Support)
Family Friends
01.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Transylvania County Schools
10.2017 - 08.2020
Head Start Teacher's Assistant
Childcare Network
05.2013 - 08.2015
Personal Care Aide
Pisgah Valley Retirement Community
02.2010 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Bryan University At Springfield
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Western Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Southern Way Academy Homeschool