Debra Reed
East Central COOP in Education
WELLSVILLE,KS
1
Certification
32
years of professional experience
Calm and patient paraprofessional with expertise in behavior management and effective communication. Proven ability to support diverse learner needs and enhance classroom environments.
Work History
PARAPROFESSIONAL
4 Years 3 Months- Instructed small groups in concepts and specific techniques outlined in lesson plans.
- Assisted students struggling with class materials by mentoring individually and helping with specific problems.
- Helped supervising teachers manage the classroom and implement lesson plans.
- Supported needs of special education students with one-on-one care, alternative testing, and group assistance.
- Improved student support by building positive relationships between parents, administrators, and teaching staff.
- Adhered to IPE and BIP plans with strict attention to requirements and goals.
- Stayed current on changes in teaching techniques and student support requirements by attending numerous training courses.
- Responded to emergencies with calm, level-headed approaches to de-escalate and calm students.
- Keep order during unstructured times such as transitions between classes, bus lines, and lunch periods.
- Boosted student learning by carrying out pre-planned activities.
- Supported teachers by completing assigned tasks.
- Utilized conscious discipline strategies and techniques when working with students.
- Built strong relationships with students, staff and parents.
- Created a physically safe environment free of hazards.
- Maximize instructional time by supporting students.
- Assisted with tasks and work duties during slow periods to maintain team productivity.
ON SITE PROPERTY MANAGER
6 Months- Basic Responsibility : To handle day to day management of assigned properties in conjunction with company policies.
- Specific Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the project, including, but not limited to rent collections, bank deposits, management reports, apartment rentals, pre-occupancy and post occupancy, inspections, delegate and monitor work orders, terminations, assistant hiring , rule enforcement, and handling project emergencies.
- Prepare new leases and all resident forms. Complete all documentation and the orientation of new residents.
- Document all complaints and take proper action. Monitor maintenance personnel to insure residents satisfaction. Monitor maintenance to see that work is being handled properly.
- Review, interview, screen and approve prospective residents to assure, as much as possible, acceptable quality tenants as well as updating the project waiting list on a regular basis:
- Administer and follow purchase order policy and work to control project expenses to operate in the budgetary guidelines.
- Submit reports to Cooperate including weekly reports and other management reports in a timely manner.
- Demonstrate good listening skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound knowledge of telephone etiquette
- Ability to converse pleasantly with positive attitude
- Enthusiastic/high energy level
- High level of integrity
- Detail oriented
- Ability to handle confidential matters
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to organize
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Working knowledge in a windows environment including navigation skills
- Working knowledge of Office 365
DIRECT SUPPORT MANAGER
5 Years 8 Months- Staffing to accomplish service delivery –hire, fire, train, discipline; oversee Data Collection Quality and Entry/ Submission; development of Individual/Family Relations
- Provides oversight, monitoring, and documentation of Individual Residential Service attendance
- Guides and participates in PCSP/PBSP/RA Process- development, implementation and maintenance (updated as close to real time as possible) maximizing input of individual receiving services or their guardian
- Participates in BASIS Process- Meeting Attendance; Support Data- collection, preparation and submission.
- Residential Supports, Integration Activities, Employment Opportunities, and access to Healthcare Services
- Accessing necessary supplies/funds for Individuals participation in activities
- Staffing to cover individual needs-within given DSP hours budget and as appropriate for health, safety, and welfare of Individuals receiving service.
- Hire/Fire-according to given DSP hours budget with Area Director oversight
- DSP disciplinary actions/training enforcement/oversight
- DSP Time Card management-corrections, PTO approval, final approval
- On-site, Vigilant, Mobile, Actively Engaged in Individual care/ DSP oversight
- Provide and/or observe direct Individual care as needed
- Complete service documentation as needed
- Facility maintenance coordination as needed
- Individuals and business supply ordering as needed
- Provide direct in-person oversight and conduct OJT for 1st shift DSP
- Planning and Leading DSP meetings for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift planning
- Emergency drill documentation review and routing-
- Responsible for running Day Center Drills or delegating this to be done
- Responsible for maintaining and routing documentation for Emergency drills for Residential Settings and provider-owned Day Service Settings
- Participate in Weekend Supervisory Rotation
- Serve on Committees as assigned
- Work as a team with peer managers
- Carry Company phone and respond to calls in a reasonable amount of time
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
18 Years- Provided individualized support to clients, enhancing their daily living skills and independence.
- Assisted in developing and implementing personalized care plans tailored to client needs.
- Monitored client progress, reporting changes to ensure effective service delivery.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support and client engagement techniques.
- Led workshops on life skills training, fostering community integration for clients.
- Developed resource materials to educate clients and families about available services and supports.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients during activities.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Enhanced individual care plans by collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, ensuring tailored support for each client.
- Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
PARAPROFESSIONAL
4 Years 3 Months- Instructed small groups in concepts and specific techniques outlined in lesson plans.
- Assisted students struggling with class materials by mentoring individually and helping with specific problems.
- Helped supervising teachers manage the classroom and implement lesson plans.
- Supported needs of special education students with one-on-one care, alternative testing, and group assistance.
- Improved student support by building positive relationships between parents, administrators, and teaching staff.
- Adhered to IPE and BIP plans with strict attention to requirements and goals.
- Stayed current on changes in teaching techniques and student support requirements by attending numerous training courses.
- Responded to emergencies with calm, level-headed approaches to de-escalate and calm students.
- Keep order during unstructured times such as transitions between classes, bus lines, and lunch periods.
- Boosted student learning by carrying out pre-planned activities.
- Supported teachers by completing assigned tasks.
- Utilized conscious discipline strategies and techniques when working with students.
- Built strong relationships with students, staff and parents.
- Created a physically safe environment free of hazards.
- Maximize instructional time by supporting students.
- Assisted with tasks and work duties during slow periods to maintain team productivity.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Behavior management
Effective communication
Helping students with special needs
Small group and individual assistance
Special education support
Calm and patient demeanor
Teacher support
Data collection
Patient
Classroom organization
Classroom support
CPR and first aid
Special education
Classroom management
Computer skills
Documentation
Small group instruction
Emotional support
Group and individual instruction
Activity planning
Parent communication
IEP compliance
After-school programs
Crisis management
Lesson planning
Activity oversight
Arts and crafts
Crisis intervention
Life skills training
Organization and prioritization
Safety
Certification
- RBT Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
ON SITE PROPERTY MANAGER
Key Management
10.2022 - 04.2023Read More
PARAPROFESSIONAL
East Central COOP in Education
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
DIRECT SUPPORT MANAGER
Cof Training Services
08.2016 - 04.2022Read More
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Cof Training Services
08.1998 - 08.2016Read More
PARAPROFESSIONAL
East Central COOP in Education
05.1994 - 08.1998Read More
Bonner Springs High
High School Diploma
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