Christina Stitt
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Capable Special Education Aide experienced working in challenging environments. Excited about opportunity to take next career step with Rosedale Union School District. I am skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Rosedale Union School District
Bakersfield
07.2012 - Current
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Elementary School Volunteer
Rosedale Union School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.1999 - 03.2012
- Helped with planning and implementation of library fundraisers to bring in needed monies for school, year after year, twice a year
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays
- Prepared materials for class activities and art projects
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Participated in group activities with students to build teamwork and foster healthy relationships.
Education
High School Diploma -
North High School
Skills
- Confidentiality handling
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Organizational skills
- Verbal communication
- Multitasking abilities
- Behavioral plan management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Documentation
- Crisis intervention strategies
Languages
English
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Rosedale Union School District
07.2012 - Current
Elementary School Volunteer
Rosedale Union School District
08.1999 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
North High School