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Ava AL-Hamka

Glendale,AZ

Summary

Seasoned Special Education Teaching Assistant with many years of classroom experience working with disabled and special needs students. Assisted in administering lessons and academic materials and maintained safe and productive environment throughout daily activities. Compassionate worker dedicated to securing well-being for students and cultivating personal growth and development. Proactive Special Education Paraprofessional skilled at working with diverse special education students. Successful at supporting children's unique needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Sweetwater Elementary School
, Arizona
09.2013 - 09.2019
  • Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
  • Provided continuous support by accompanying students to classes and in-school activities.
  • Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Observed students during lessons to ensure they were receiving instruction at their appropriate level.
  • Provided support and guidance to special education teachers in developing instructional materials, lesson plans and assessments.
  • Aided disabled students in using restroom facilities.
  • Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
  • Assisted teachers in printing class handouts and worksheets and distributing to students during classroom sessions.
  • Assisted with physical care needs such as feeding or toileting when necessary.
  • Monitored students' use of personal medical equipment to encourage proper use and prevent injury.

Caregiver

Suncrest Hospice
, Arizona
06.2011 - 08.2013
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families.
  • Administered medications and managed treatment schedules as directed.
  • Provided companionship to clients, enhancing their emotional well-being.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.

Education

Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ
02-2013

Skills

  • special education strategies
  • student engagement
  • classroom support
  • behavior management
  • team collaboration
  • Physical disabilities assistance
  • Student supervision
  • Toileting assistance
  • Personal care assistance

Timeline

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Sweetwater Elementary School
09.2013 - 09.2019

Caregiver

Suncrest Hospice
06.2011 - 08.2013

Maricopa Community Colleges, Glendale Community College

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