Elizabeth A. Ekstrom
MAPLEWOOD,Minnesota
Summary
My journey into working with children began in 1987, when I started with the before and after school programs in California. I worked for Saddleback Valley School District for two years. In 1996 I returned to Minnesota and in 1997 found my way back to working with children.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Interventionist
Isd 622
2014 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to create supportive classroom environments.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on behavioral data.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and school personnel.
- Developed strategies to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptive behaviors.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Documented behavioral incidents and interventions in compliance with district policies.
Assistant Gambling Manager
James Ballentine VFW-Minneapolis
01.2008 - 2021
- As the assistant gambling manager I work with pull-tabs and the opening and closing of the boxes. When auditing I count all unopened tickets by hand and the prizes paid out. When that is done then I record what the box made and all that gets reported to the state.
Paraprofessional Special Education (Creed)
Independent School District 622
01.2010 - 2014
- Supervision of children
- Monitor behaviors
- Help with homework
- Problem solving
Paraprofessional Special education (sub)
Independent School District 622
01.2008 - 01.2010
- In 2008 I applied to be a substitute. Duties include
- Supervision of children
- Monitor behaviors
- Help with homework
- Problem solving
Assistant Lead/Lead
White Bear Lake District
01.1998 - 01.2000
- In June of 1998 I began as an assistant lead for the summer program with older children, grades fourth through sixth. I aided in the assistance of:
- Daily art projects
- Cooking
- Leading in group games
- Supervising on field trips
- In group III I taught the children daily tasks for getting along with one another.
- I the school year 1998-1999 I was promoted to the Lead position. My duties as a lead consisted of:
- Compiling the monthly calendars and news letters
- Daily attendance
- Ordering supplies
- Planning of daily activities and bi-monthly meeting
- I supervised 3 assistants
Assistant Lead
Anoka –Hennepin School District
01.1997 - 01.1998
- As an assistant lead I was responsible for enriching the lives of children with
- Daily art activities
- Gym games
- I was a positive impact on the children’s lives while enriching my own life through positive relations with the children.
Dietary
Minnesota Veterans Home
01.1996 - 01.1997
- My responsibilities included preparing and assembling the trays which were delivered to the residents. Daily tasks included:
- Preparation of food
- Cleaning kitchen
- Running the dish machine
- And working on the line
Education
Bachelors’ Degree -
Concordia St. Paul
01-2001
Associates of Arts - undefined
Anoka-Hennepin Community
01-1999
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Documentation
- Team collaboration
- Student recordkeeping
- Motivating students
Interests
I have a special interest in working with children who have special needs As I have grown with children, I have also grown to get more involved with the special needs children I am aware that they require a great deal of attention, but they also need to be treated with the same respect as the other children I used to regularly research article and other information about ADD/ADHD I was very interested about how medications worked for children As we all know, every child is different One day I hope to further my education in Special Education
Timeline
Paraprofessional Special Education (Creed)
Independent School District 622
01.2010 - 2014
Assistant Gambling Manager
James Ballentine VFW-Minneapolis
01.2008 - 2021
Paraprofessional Special education (sub)
Independent School District 622
01.2008 - 01.2010
Assistant Lead/Lead
White Bear Lake District
01.1998 - 01.2000
Assistant Lead
Anoka –Hennepin School District
01.1997 - 01.1998
Dietary
Minnesota Veterans Home
01.1996 - 01.1997
Associates of Arts - undefined
Anoka-Hennepin Community
Behavior Interventionist
Isd 622
2014 - Current
Bachelors’ Degree -
Concordia St. Paul