Brianna Smith
Rowland Heights,CA
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Instructional Assistant with a proven track record at Hardy Brown College Prep, adept in IEP implementation and fostering emotional regulation. Excelled in creating adaptive curriculums and utilizing sensory integration techniques, significantly enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Skilled in both group and individual instruction, demonstrating exceptional progress reporting and autism support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Hardy Brown College Prep
San Bernardino, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Instructed students on basic academic skills such as reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in professional development activities related to special education topics.
Front Office Medical Assistant
Yorba Linda Medical Center
Placentia , CA
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Assisted in training new front office staff members.
- Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
- Ordered and maintained supply inventory for medical office.
- Reviewed patients' insurance coverage, deductibles, possible insurance carrier payments and remaining balances not covered under policies.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Followed up with patients regarding lab results or any other issues that may arise.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO05-2021
High School Diploma -
John A Rowland High School
Rowland Heights, CA06-2016
Master of Education - Elementary School Teaching
National University
La Jolla, CASkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Feeding assistance
- IEP implementation
- Progress reporting
- Transition planning
- Emotional regulation
- Sensory integration
- Autism support
- Adaptive curriculum
- Data collection
References
Laura Rollakanti- (Registered Nurse)- (213)-924-7809 (Email)-laura.naranjo212@gmail.com
Jazmin Johnson- 2nd Grade Teacher -(434)-826-1120 (Email)-aquajazzi@gmail.com
Robyn Fleming- Head of Special Education at Hardy Brown- (909)-522-0605(Email)-mrsrobynfleming@gmail.com
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Hardy Brown College Prep
08.2024 - Current
Front Office Medical Assistant
Yorba Linda Medical Center
07.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Missouri Southern State University
High School Diploma -
John A Rowland High School
Master of Education - Elementary School Teaching
National University
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