Erik Daun
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Compassionate and experienced paraprofessional with 10 years of supporting children in special education settings. Adept at assisting teachers with individualized instruction, behavior management, and fostering a positive, inclusive classroom environment. Committed to helping students with diverse needs achieve success both academically and socially, while collaborating closely with educators, specialists, and families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Assistant
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Aided elementary school special education teachers in reinforcing efforts for children with various learning and behavioral needs.
Youth Counselor
YWCA
10.2013 - Current
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
- Created lesson plans for fun and engaging activities.
Usher
Hennepin Theatre Trust
05.2010 - 10.2014
- Assisted patrons with seating by giving directions and lighting paths.
- Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
- Provided friendly and courteous customer service to all guests at events to enhance satisfaction.
- Maintained professional demeanor to represent venue and create positive impression.
- Monitored events to identify potential problems and minimize disruptions.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College
Saint Paul, MN05.2016
Skills
- Individual Instruction
- IEP compliance
- Social development and integration
- Teacher Support
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Progress Monitoring
- Documentation
Timeline
Special Education Assistant
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
Youth Counselor
YWCA
10.2013 - Current
Usher
Hennepin Theatre Trust
05.2010 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Saint Paul College - A Community And Technical College
Similar Profiles
Christine BrandChristine Brand
Educational Support Professional at Minneapolis Public SchoolsEducational Support Professional at Minneapolis Public Schools
Daniel HolderDaniel Holder
Elementary Science Teacher at Minneapolis Public SchoolsElementary Science Teacher at Minneapolis Public Schools
Madison GallagherMadison Gallagher
Peer Assistance and Reivew: PAR Mentor at Minneapolis Public SchoolsPeer Assistance and Reivew: PAR Mentor at Minneapolis Public Schools