Brylin Buford
Jacksonville
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 3 years experience and excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Cedar Creek Christian School
2022.02 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peace Of Mind Home Health Care
2020.09 - 2021.05
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Assistant Instructor
Breath of Life Training Services
2015.12 - 2020.12
- Kept instructional areas and equipment clean, organized, and ready for use
- Freed instructor up to handle student needs by completing administrative paperwork and checking assignments
- Explained differences between performing CPR on adults and infants and demonstrated proper techniques
- Recorded student attendance and progress during each session to quickly identify deficiencies
- Educated students by sharing real-life scenarios and explained best courses of action
- Demonstrated proper safety measures to protect both students and future patients.
Administrative Nursing Assistant
Dignity Health
2017.12 - 2018.12
- Assisted with direct patient care under the supervision of the RN or other medical professionals
- Answered call lights to deliver or facilitate immediate patient care
- Monitored patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, and respiration
- Served and assisted with meals and recorded food and fluid intake per policy and procedures
- Assisted with admissions, discharges, and transfers to maintain consistent care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Oakwood University
Huntsville, ALSkills
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- IEP Implementation
- Social Development Support
- Medical Equipment
- Teaching and Instruction
Certification
Certified in CPR/First Aid
Certified Birth Doula
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Cedar Creek Christian School
2022.02 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peace Of Mind Home Health Care
2020.09 - 2021.05
Administrative Nursing Assistant
Dignity Health
2017.12 - 2018.12
Assistant Instructor
Breath of Life Training Services
2015.12 - 2020.12
Bachelor of Science - Midwifery
Oakwood University
Certified in CPR/First Aid
Certified Birth Doula
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