Autumn Pyper
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Passionate and focused psychology undergraduate interested in entering into a graduate program that will lead to a career working with individuals in need of mental health guidance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher/Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
06.2023 - Current
- Providing academic instruction and social-emotional support to general and special education populations while managing classroom sizes ranging from 15-30 students in both elementary and secondary settings.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies and maintained clear expectations for behavior while improving the learning environment.
Pediatric Mental Heath Specialist
Seattle Children’s Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Counseled and managed groups of 5-20 youth in an acute inpatient psychiatric facility decreasing risks associated with mental health crises, including suicidal ideation.
- Listened and responded to patient requests establishing communication and positive coping strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2022
Associate’s Degree - Associate of Arts
Pierce College
Puyallup, WA06.2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office, (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Activity Management
- Behavior Modeling
- Interpersonal Communication
Volunteer Experience
Teacher’s Aid, GW Edgerton Elementary, 10/2015 to 02/2019
- Prepared daily activities for 15-25 students
- Facilitated small reading groups
- Organized classroom files
Certification
Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 07/2022
Timeline
Substitute Teacher/Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
06.2023 - Current
Pediatric Mental Heath Specialist
Seattle Children’s Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Central Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central Washington University
Associate’s Degree - Associate of Arts
Pierce College