Isabelle Connelly

I put in a lot more hours when I lived in Byron; now, I often visit and spend several hours a few times a month with this client.

• Provided care for 23-year-old male with Smith-Magenis syndrome several hours weekly.
• Facilitated grocery shopping sessions to develop list-making and item-locating skills.
• Engaged in various activities including bowling, golfing, horseback riding, and walking.
• Participated in community service at nursing homes, churches, and local grocers.

• Enhanced daily living skills for teenager with muscular dystrophy.
• Assisted development of in-school skills including writing, reading, and coloring.
• Guided completion of small projects to encourage learning engagement.
• Monitored patient comfort while addressing wants and needs.
• Focused on communication skills through nonverbal methods using gestures and eye contact.

• Assisted teachers in delivering instructional materials to students effectively.
• Coordinated small group activities to encourage peer interaction and collaboration.
• Monitored student behavior and provided guidance in following classroom rules.
• Prepared classroom resources, ensuring materials were organized and accessible.
• Communicated with parents about student progress and classroom events regularly.