Dina M. Crimmins
Itasca,IL
Summary
Creative, organized, Special Education Paraeducator highly regarded for extensive experience in classroom administration, professional development, behavioral management and project planning, Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator, and motivational coach champions student achievements while promoting a safe and positive learning environment. Integrates educational technology to drive retention, comprehension, and participation. Accomplished in trust meaningful relationships between students, parents, and administrators. Thrives in fast-paced, diverse and collaborative environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Higgins Education Center
Hoffman Estates , IL
2014.08 - Current
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Provided students with autism in assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Participated in meetings with teachers, administrators, counselors regarding student's progress.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to school personnel.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, IL07.1989
Skills
- Special Needs
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Classwork Oversight
- Activities Oversight
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Proficient With Google Drive, Docs and Classroom
- Microsoft Outlook
- Zoom
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Student Supervision
- Interpersonal Communication
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Conflict Resolution
- Social Skills Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Engagement
Certification
- Paraprofessional License
- CPI Certified
- GCN Trained
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Higgins Education Center
2014.08 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Robert Morris University - Illinois
- Paraprofessional License
- CPI Certified
- GCN Training
- Certifiedifed
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