Hi, I’m
Jacqueline Vrooman
West Covina,CA
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Steppingstonespreschool
Special Needs Paraprofessional
07.2021 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Assisted with the preparation of classroom materials, creating accessible resources that accommodated diverse learning styles.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt respected and valued for their unique abilities.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by promoting positive interactions and addressing behavioral concerns promptly.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, creating a supportive network for academic success.
- Coordinated with outside agencies such as occupational therapists or speech-language pathologists to facilitate comprehensive support services for students with special needs.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices for supporting students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, fostering increased engagement and participation in class activities.
- Aided teachers in modifying assignments and assessments based on each student''s strengths, challenges, and goals.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions focusing on targeted skills or concepts tailored to individual student needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported class field trips, and special activities.
- Toilet supervision, training, diapers,
California Psychcare
BEHAVIORAL THERAPIST
12.2016 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information
- Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes
- Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories
- Participate in case conferences or staff meetings
- Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans
- Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills
- Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status
- Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary
- Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients
- Train or supervise student interns or new staff members.
Education
THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITYOntario, CA
B.A. General Psychology
06.2016
Skills
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Classroom Organization
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Toileting support
- Emotional Regulation
- Data Collection
Certification
● CPI Training
● RBT Certificate
Timeline
Special Needs Paraprofessional
Steppingstonespreschool
07.2021 - 07.2023
BEHAVIORAL THERAPIST
California Psychcare
12.2016 - 12.2021
THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
B.A. General Psychology