Jean Philippe Kouassi
Silver Spring,Montgomery
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in autism spectrum understanding and behavioral management, specializing in positive reinforcement methods and de-escalation techniques. Certified CPI technician with advanced training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavior Support (PBS), offering in-depth knowledge of curriculum standards and tailored 1:1 student assistance. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments through evidence-based strategies, aiming to support individual growth and development effectively.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Educational assistant
Sheppard Pratt
Gaithersburg, Montgomery
2025.02 - Current
- Maximised student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.
- Taught students important learning, study and behaviour management skills for academic success.
- Monitored children in spaces between classes, keeping disruptions to minimum.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behavior, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
- Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimizing and resolving conflicts.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behavior during classroom and outdoor activities.
- Aided improvements in educational, emotional and social development.
- Provided a safe, positive learning environment for students with varying disabilities.
- Prepared visual aids for interactive lessons which increased engagement within the classroom.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behavior, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
Education
High School, Diploma - General study
Lycee Moderne de Treichville
Treichville, Abidjan 2000.06 - 2004.06
Bachelor of Science - General Education
PIGIER Technical University
Plateau, Abidjan 2004.07 - 2007.07
Skills
- Knowledge of curriculum standards
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Behavioral Management
- 1:1 student assistance
- De-escalation techniques
- In depth knowledge of Autism
- Trained in ABA ( Applied Behavior Analysis)
- Trained in PBS ( Positive Behavior Support)
- Certified CPI technician ( Non-violent crisis intervention)
Timeline
Educational assistant
Sheppard Pratt
2025.02 - Current
Bachelor of Science - General Education
PIGIER Technical University
2004.07 - 2007.07
High School, Diploma - General study
Lycee Moderne de Treichville
2000.06 - 2004.06