Basimah Long
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Motivated paraprofessional offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision and report creation expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Nyman Associates
Fort Washington, PA
03.2023 - Current
- Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
Direct Support Professional
Humanus, Elwyn's Davidson
Philadelphia, PA
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
Direct Support Professional
Kencrest Services
Philadelphia, PA
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
Direct Support Professional
Aveanna Heathcare
Philadelphia, PA
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frankford High School
Philadelphia, PA06-2015
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Reading support
- Social support
- Educational assistance
- Classroom support
- Documentation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Nyman Associates
03.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Humanus, Elwyn's Davidson
10.2022 - 03.2023
Direct Support Professional
Kencrest Services
09.2021 - 08.2022
Direct Support Professional
Aveanna Heathcare
02.2020 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Frankford High School
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