Charis Bassi
Ontario,CA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teaching Assistant with five years of hands-on experience supporting students with special needs in diverse classroom settings, and two years of clinical experience in early intervention preschool programs. Skilled in lesson planning, behavior management, and implementing child-led therapy to foster academic and personal growth. Mentored by occupational and speech therapists, with strong expertise in employing evidence-based strategies to address student needs. Committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment that promotes well-being and development. Passionate about advancing in the field of Speech-Language Pathology to further support students in achieving their full potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Therapy Instructor
Casa Colina Children's Center
Pomona, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Applied evidence-based interventions to address identified delays, foster student engagement, and enhance developmental progress in group therapy and individual therapy settings.
- Observed and evaluated students’ developmental milestones to inform individualized support plans under the supervision of speech and occupational therapists.
- Designed and applied strategies to accommodate students with disabilities and neurodivergent needs, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement within in-home therapy settings.
Therapy Aide
Casa Colina Rehabilitation Center
Pomona, CA
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked collaboratively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to assess and support patient progress, contributing to individualized care plans.
- Provided one-on-one instruction and guidance to patients in implementing home exercise programs, ensuring continuity of therapeutic treatment.
- Assisted in conducting therapeutic exercises and manual therapy under the supervision of physical and occupational therapists.
- Actively contributed to group therapy sessions for patients with Parkinson's disease, promoting functional improvement and quality of life.
Special Education Instructional Aide
Ontario Christian Elementary School
Ontario, CA
02.2017 - 06.2022
- Served as classroom aide to teachers and worked in both one-on-one and small group settings, with special needs students grades kindergarten to fourth grade.
- Monitored students' progress in skill areas such as reading, writing, and mathematics, as well as personal behavioral development, and reported on findings to teachers and parents.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies. Helped teachers manage classroom and workload by assisting in student testing, grading, and student records.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations and adapted curriculum materials to meet their individualized needs.
Dance Therapy Director
To The Pointe Dance Productions
Chino, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Coordinated and administered the development of the special needs dance program, Enabled Dance Ministry.
- Provide one-on-one dance therapy to students with mild-moderate special needs, ages 7-20.
- Direct and manage weekly dance therapy classes, providing exceptional dance training, and social development.
- Assess behavioral and movement needs of students, making accommodations when needed.
- Trained, managed and motivated one-on-one aides to promote professional dance development, and improve student relations.
Professional Dance Instructor
To The Pointe Dance Productions
Chino, CA
08.2011 - Current
- Prepared and delivered carefully-crafted lessons to introduce students to proper dance techniques and positions while building dance knowledge in styles such as jazz, lyrical, hip hop, tap, contemporary, and ballet.
- Direct, manage, and choreograph for To The Pointe's Dance team, ages 8-14.
- Manage weekly rehearsals involving choreography for showcases, benefit concerts, and annual recitals, as well as develop mentorship activities to improve team relations.
Daycare Assistant
Ontario Christian Elementary School
Ontario, CA
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Tutored and mentored school children to provide additional learning opportunities.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans, and hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Effectively communicated with parents and staff concerning behavioral needs, and student relations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA04.2022
Skills
- Special Education instruction
- Classroom support and monitoring
- One-on-one small group instruction
- In-home therapy
- Early Intervention
- Child-led, play based therapy
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Behavioral plan management
Volunteer Organization
Missionary Intern
Potters Field Ministries
January 2016-January 2017
- Participated in a missions training program in Antigua, Guatemala, and Ongata Rongai, Kenya for one year.
- Taught English, Math, and Bible to children of all ages (K-12) in Guatemala and Kenya.
- Developed weekly Bible, Math and English lesson plans, and executed community outreach events.
- Met and built relationships with local leaders to boost integration in community and goal achievement.
- Educated targeted groups on important skills for everyday living, community growth and faithful membership building.
Dance Therapy Aide
To the Pointe Dance Productions
August 2009-June 2015
- Served as a one-on-one dance therapy aide to a special needs students in the Buddy Up Dance Program for 6 years.
- Provided social and recreational therapeutic interventions for students through various dance styles and movement patterns.
- Directed movement and behavioral modifications to meet the needs of my student.
Certification
- DIR Floortime Certified (Expires 03/26)
- Positive Behavior Training (Expires 08/25)
- American Heart Association certified BLS provider (Expires 08/26)
- First Aid certified (Expires 08/26)
Timeline
Child Therapy Instructor
Casa Colina Children's Center
04.2023 - Current
Therapy Aide
Casa Colina Rehabilitation Center
08.2022 - 04.2023
Dance Therapy Director
To The Pointe Dance Productions
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Instructional Aide
Ontario Christian Elementary School
02.2017 - 06.2022
Daycare Assistant
Ontario Christian Elementary School
09.2016 - 08.2019
Professional Dance Instructor
To The Pointe Dance Productions
08.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
- DIR Floortime Certified (Expires 03/26)
- Positive Behavior Training (Expires 08/25)
- American Heart Association certified BLS provider (Expires 08/26)
- First Aid certified (Expires 08/26)
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