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Eric Pruitte
QMHP
Joliet,IL
Summary
Helpful Resource Teacher Assistant extensively trained in helping students with special needs. Equipped to provide appropriate learning techniques and behavioral redirection for children with learning disabilities. I'm a Special education professional highly skilled in working with students, including perceiving and dealing with their functions. I have Extensive mentoring and tutoring experience. Versatile and dedicated [Teacher Assistant] with a focus on the individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in the design and implementation of hands-on lessons. [Teacher Assistant] equipped with the positive attitude and patience necessary to teach special education. Extensive experience working with autistic children. Innovative [Teacher Assistant] who enjoys thinking of new and effective ways to explain learning material.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
1
Certification
5
years of post-secondary education
6
Years of counseling experience
24
Yearyears of paraprofessional experience
Work History
District 86joliet, Illinois
Paraprofessional
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Perryville counseling groupBrockford, Illinois
Therapist
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Thompson instructional center1020 Rowell Ave, Joliet, Il 60435
Teacher assistant
08.2006 - Current
Job overview
I assist the teacher in all activities that involve classroom work. I grade papers, doing lesson plans, assist with lunches, assist with Gym, and every now and then teach the class. I also have coached basketball volleyball football soccer and softball along with track and chess.
hopewell AcademyJoliet, Illinois
Paraprofessional
09.2021 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Family Guidance CentersJoliet, Illinois
Therapist
06.2021 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Cornerstone services777b Joyce Rd, Joliet, Il 60436
Developmental training technician specialist
02.1996 - 05.2006
Job overview
I worked with the mentally challenged individuals assisting them in their everyday living needs and Helping them to become independent individuals in society. I helped them find jobs and assisted them in learning how to live on their own. teaching them academics , vocational and A.D.L's. I also trained the new staff that came into work for the company as well as retrain older staff on more specific needs.
RTSJoliet, Illinois
Therapist
06.2020 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Joliet Junior College
Associate of Science from Psychology/Special Education
Current
Phoenix University
Bachelors from Psychology
08.2016 - 12.2018
University Overview
- Completed professional development in psychology
Thomas UniversityThomasville, GA
Masters from Clinical Mental Health/rehabilitation Counselor
08.2018 - 05.2021
Skills
- Proficient in disability assessment testing
- Trained in CPI
- Conflict resolution techniques
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- [7] years as a Teacher’s Aide
- State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional
- Basketball, Football, Volleyball, Soccer, Track, Softball and Chess coach
- Certified life coach
- Fluent in English
- Quick learner
- Knowledge of Braile
- Reliable and dependable
Certification
State of Illinois certified paraprofessional.
Certified life coach.
Certified life coach.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
District 86
08.2024 - Current
Therapist
Perryville counseling group
08.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
hopewell Academy
09.2021 - 05.2024
Therapist
Family Guidance Centers
06.2021 - 12.2022
Therapist
RTS
06.2020 - 09.2023
Thomas University
Masters from Clinical Mental Health/rehabilitation Counselor
08.2018 - 05.2021
Phoenix University
Bachelors from Psychology
08.2016 - 12.2018
Teacher assistant
Thompson instructional center
08.2006 - Current
Developmental training technician specialist
Cornerstone services
02.1996 - 05.2006
Joliet Junior College
Associate of Science from Psychology/Special Education
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