Working with children
Donna Shown
Hudson,Massachusetts
Summary
Experienced educational support professional with 25 years of dedicated service in school settings, committed to supporting student success and smooth daily operations. Skilled in organization, communication, and collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families. Experienced in assisting with documentation, scheduling, student records, and maintaining positive, inclusive school environments. Highly adaptable, dependable, and responsive to the changing needs of students and staff, with a strong focus on teamwork and academic support.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Learning Assistant
Weston Public Schools, Woodland Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
- Supported instructional staff in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Facilitated group activities, enhancing student engagement and collaboration.
- Provided individualized assistance to students, fostering academic growth and learning strategies.
- Assisted in evaluating student progress through assessments and feedback sessions.
Therapeutic Stabilization Paraeducator
Forest Ave Elementary
01.2020 - Current
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Collaborate closely with special education teachers and clinicians to implement therapeutic interventions and behavior plans.
- Support students in building emotional regulation, social skills, and academic engagement within a structured classroom setting.
- Use trauma-informed practices and behavior management strategies to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment.
Daycare Teacher
New England Center for Children
09.2009 - 05.2020
- Led age-appropriate activities for infants through preschool-aged children, including sensory play, art, language, and movement.
- Created and maintained individualized learning plans to support developmental milestones and readiness for kindergarten.
- Maintained open communication with families through daily updates and progress reporting.
- Implemented behavioral strategies for children with autism and other developmental needs, in alignment with NECC’s research-based approach.
- Collaborated with a team of educators and behavior specialists to ensure consistency and individualized care.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2025
Skills
- Therapeutic crisis intervention
- Early childhood education
- Behavioral support and de-escalation techniques
- Strong communication with families and staff
- Developmentally appropriate practices
- Student engagement
- Emotional support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Classroom management
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Teacher assistance
- Classroom organization
- Social integration
- Behavior improvements
- Strong organization and time management
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Basic data entry and record keeping
- Professional phone and email skills
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service and interpersonal skills
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Trained
- Mandated Reporter Training Completed
Timeline
Learning Assistant
Weston Public Schools, Woodland Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Therapeutic Stabilization Paraeducator
Forest Ave Elementary
01.2020 - Current
Daycare Teacher
New England Center for Children
09.2009 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University