Anita Card
Loveland,CO
Summary
Versatile and empathetic Special Education Paraprofessional with hands-on experience as a stay-at-home mother to a special needs child. Excelled in behavioral plan management and instructional support at Thompson School District, enhancing student learning outcomes. Skilled in IEP implementation demonstrating a unique blend of creative and educational competencies. Extremely organized with a willingness to take on added responsiblities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Thompson School District
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- CPI Certified and Crisis Intervention trained.
Stay at Home Mother of Special Needs Child
Self-employeed
08.2009 - 01.2024
- Enhanced my childs social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Provided individual care for my special needs child by ensuring their safety and well being at all times.
- Helped develop individualized learning plans with teachers and therapists tailored to my childs unique abilities and challenges.
- Collaborated with therapist and other professionals to create a supportive network for my childs development.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively by implementing de-escalation techniques and behavioral interventions.
- Facilitated sensory integration (sensory diet) to help with sensory processing difficulties and cope in various environments.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
Graphic Artist, Office Manager, Work From Home
Inklings Custom Screen Printing/Co Owner
04.2010 - Current
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Used Adobe Creative Cloud to create images and layouts.
- Enhanced brand visibility by designing eye-catching marketing materials and promotional campaign products.
- Collaborated with clients to create visually appealing designs for print media.
- Consistently met projects deadlines and maintained client satisfaction.
- Streamlined design process by incorporating project management tools, boosting team efficiency and productivity.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Concord Career Institute
Denver, CO05-2002
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Collaboration with teachers
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching and instruction
- Instructional support
- Behavioral plan management
- ASD, ADHD, ADD, DS, OCD and MD
- Special needs
- CPI Certified
- Social development support
- Toileting assistance
- IEP implementation
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Thompson School District
01.2024 - Current
Graphic Artist, Office Manager, Work From Home
Inklings Custom Screen Printing/Co Owner
04.2010 - Current
Stay at Home Mother of Special Needs Child
Self-employeed
08.2009 - 01.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Concord Career Institute
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