Angela Locke
Windsor,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate professional with strong organizational skills eager to work towards integration and changing the perception of people with developmental disabilities. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. Highly efficient, productive, and reliable.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Supported Living Counselor
Lifehouse Agency
01.2019 - Current
- Assist clients to reach their goals in various areas of their lives, while ensuring their highest level of independence.
- Improve client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Teach independent living skills including but not limited to: healthy cooking, food safety, medication management, money management.
- Operate and clean bi-pap machines/ equipment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Monitor medical/mental status.
Classroom Aide/ Afterschool Teacher
The Reach Charter School
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Supported Autistic children and children with various learning disabilities and intellectual disabilities.
- Enhanced students learning experiences by providing individualized support and assistance during class activities.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering strong relationships with students and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop tailored instructional materials, ensuring appropriate accommodations for diverse learning needs.
- Contributed to improved student performance by implementing targeted interventions and monitoring progress regularly.
- Provided essential support for special education students, enabling them to participate fully in mainstream classrooms.
- Increased student comprehension by simplifying complex concepts through visual aids and real-life examples.
- Improved communication between school staff members by serving as a liaison between teachers, administrators, parents, and related service providers.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in education.
- Assisted in the implementation of classroom management techniques, effectively maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Paraprofessional
Anova Education
01.2009 - 06.2018
- Enhanced student support by teaching one-on-one and small groups in various subjects.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Preschool Teacher
Travis Air Force Base Child Development Center
01.2005 - 12.2007
- Provided quality care for children in classrooms up to 12 students, while maintaining a safe and fun learning environment. Established weekly lesson plans, while making sure children also received one on one attention and support.
- Strengthened communication skills among students through structured group activities and peer review sessions.
- Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units and share best practices for classroom management.
- Increased overall student comprehension by differentiating instruction based on individual needs and learning styles.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
Education
12 ECE Units - Early Childhood Education
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA06.2026
Lisenced And Certified - Phlebotomy
Boston Reed College
Santa Rosa, CA06.2007
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CA06.2005
High School Diploma -
Mt. Diablo Adult Education
Concord, CA06.2003
Skills
- In Depth Knowledge of Autism and Asperger's syndrome, and all intellectual and learning disabilities
- Counseling
- Care Planning
- Mental Health Support
- Client Advocacy
- Daily Living Activities Educator
- Social Skills Teacher
Timeline
Supported Living Counselor
Lifehouse Agency
01.2019 - Current
Classroom Aide/ Afterschool Teacher
The Reach Charter School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Paraprofessional
Anova Education
01.2009 - 06.2018
Preschool Teacher
Travis Air Force Base Child Development Center
01.2005 - 12.2007
12 ECE Units - Early Childhood Education
Santa Rosa Junior College
Lisenced And Certified - Phlebotomy
Boston Reed College
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Solano Community College
High School Diploma -
Mt. Diablo Adult Education
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