Eric McCreary
Hartsville,Sc
Summary
Enthusiastic Special Education Paraprofessional experienced in small group instruction and student supervision. Sharp and highly trained with desire to positively impact students with learning disabilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Hartsville Church of Christ
Hartsville, Sc
07.2019 - Current
- Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among church members.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Facilitated group discussions focused on developing effective problem-solving techniques.
Special Needs Caregiver
Private Care
Columbia, SC
01.2022 - 08.2025
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Assisted individuals with daily activities such as dressing, eating, and hygiene.
- Kept records of children's behavior and progress to provide updates to parents.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, and professionals involved in the care plan process.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Williston School District
Williston , SC
07.2008 - 12.2014
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Monitored dietary intake of clients to ensure proper nutrition was maintained.
- Assisted clients in daily activities such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Education
Master of Arts - Christian Education
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary
Columbia, SC12-2007
Skills
- Inspirational leadership
- Preaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Behavioral plan management
- Skills strategies
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Sign language proficiency
- Small group support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Nonverbal communication
Timeline
Special Needs Caregiver
Private Care
01.2022 - 08.2025
Pastor
Hartsville Church of Christ
07.2019 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Williston School District
07.2008 - 12.2014
Master of Arts - Christian Education
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary
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