Catherine Rainville
Gilmanton
Summary
Calm and patient paraprofessional with a strong background in supporting students with special needs. Experienced in crisis intervention and behavior redirection, committed to fostering a positive educational experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
1:1 Paraprofessional
Chichester Central School
Chichester, NH
08.2014 - Current
- Worked with children to break down instructions and lessons from the teacher.
- Helped implement behavior plans using different strategies to help students manage emotions and frustrations.
- Prevented disruptions by redirecting behavior.
- Encouraged interactions with teachers and classmates.
- Worked to help teach appropriate social skills.
- Responsible for student and classmates safety.
- Assisted with bathroom routines.
- Monitored medical needs.
- Reported progress and challenges to teachers and specialist.
- Followed plans outlined in student's IEP plans.
- Notes and data collection.
- Trained new paraprofessionals on behavioral management techniques and school policies.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess and field trips.
1:1 Paraprofessional
Paul Smith Elementary Schol
Franklin, NH
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Worked 1:1 with student implementing IEP and behavior plan.
- Helped student understand lesson by breaking it down to smaller tasks.
- Assisted with keeping the student focused and on task.
- Encouraged student in positive interactions with teachers and classmates.
- Helped student manage emotions and frustrations.
- Redirected behavior to keep student and classmates safe and to limit distractions.
- Helped student participate in group activities.
- Encouraged independence .
- Reported progress or challenges to teachers and specialist.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Keene State College
Keene, NH05-2000
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Franklin06-1996
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Data collection
- CPR and first aid
- Instructional support
- Emotional support
- Social skills training
- IEP compliance
- Crisis management
Timeline
1:1 Paraprofessional
Chichester Central School
08.2014 - Current
1:1 Paraprofessional
Paul Smith Elementary Schol
08.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
Keene State College
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School