Christina Buss
Elkhart,IN
Summary
Passionate Special Education Paraprofessional devises successful student strategies and manages classroom activities. Offers advanced qualifications combined with understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Elkhart Community School
08.2012 - Current
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
Early Childhood Educator
Buss Stop Daycare Center
Elkhart, IN
01.1993 - 07.2019
- Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
- Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
- Observed and monitored the behavior of children in order to ensure safety and provide positive guidance.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Served as a liaison between the organization and external stakeholders.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
Education
Specialist of Education - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University South Bend
South Bend, IN12-2024
Skills
- IEP goals
- IEP compliance
- Special needs
- Lesson Plan Implementation
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Elkhart Community School
08.2012 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Buss Stop Daycare Center
01.1993 - 07.2019
Specialist of Education - Early Childhood Education
Indiana University South Bend