Casey Drummond
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 10 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques. Also worked as Caregiver for child (severe CP, vision). Hold a B.A. in Management of Human Resources, with professional work experience of 20 years in the insurance industry.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Simi Valley Unified School District
10.2013 - 06.2023
- Enhanced students' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Collaborated with Special Education teacher to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions.
- Coordinated with teachers to create inclusive lesson plans and projects.
- Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations.
- Practiced Read Naturally program with students, tracking progress throughout school year.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all.
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Lefko Family
04.2010 - 12.2012
- Enhanced child's social skills by organizing structured play with reading, storytelling and singing together.
- Transported child from school, to my home, to physical and occupational therapy.
- Reinforced therapy exercises and communicated therapy lessons to family.
- Assisted young child (wheelchair) with daily tasks.
- Planned day trips to zoo and beaches in summer.
- Provided care during illness.
- Created detailed daily reports for the family.
Underwriter
Farmers Insurance
01.2002 - 04.2009
- Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
- Reviewed home inspections and updated policies.
- Reviewed new business applications.
- Processed renewals and cancellations to policies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Management of Human Resources
George Fox University
Newberg, OR05.1994
High School Diploma -
Canby Union High School
Canby, OR05.1986
Skills
- Student Support
- Teacher Support
- Familiarity with severe Cerebral Palsy, Vision, Down's Syndrome, Autism
- Accommodations and Modifications
- Documentation
- Team Communication
- Small Group Instruction
- Positive and optimistic
- Emotionally supportive
- Reliable
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Simi Valley Unified School District
10.2013 - 06.2023
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Lefko Family
04.2010 - 12.2012
Underwriter
Farmers Insurance
01.2002 - 04.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Management of Human Resources
George Fox University
High School Diploma -
Canby Union High School
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