JANICE DOWDELL
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Experienced Teacher’s Assistant and Behavioral Health Specialist with strengths in lesson preparation, classroom management, and crisis de-escalation. Skilled in instructional support, student assessment, and behavior documentation to maintain safe, structured learning environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
AB Academy
Charlotte, North Carolina
11.2015 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in preparing engaging daily lessons, enhancing student participation at AB Academy.
- Assisted students with reading, writing, and class assignments.
- Supervised classroom activities and maintained orderly learning spaces.
- Monitored and managed student behavior, ensuring adherence to classroom rules to foster a positive learning environment.
Behavioral Health Specialist
Brighter Steps
Gastonia, North Carolina
10.2014 - Current
- Supported clients in developing coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, and depression, enhancing their overall mental health resilience.
- Collaborated with Brighter Steps care teams to create and implement individualized support plans for client success.
- Assisted with Brighter Steps crisis intervention using calm de-escalation techniques.
- Updated Brighter Steps treatment notes and ensured confidentiality of client records to support effective care.
Education
High School Diploma -
WARREN WESTERN RESERVE
Warren, OH06-1981
Skills
- Lesson preparation
- Instructional strategies
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Instructional support
- Crisis intervention
- Behavior documentation
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
AB Academy
11.2015 - Current
Behavioral Health Specialist
Brighter Steps
10.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
WARREN WESTERN RESERVE