Jennifer Oznick
Dickinson,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Dickinson Independent School District
Dickinson , TX`
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
Day Program Instructor
In Community
Marietta, GA
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Provided instruction to clients in the areas of social and recreational activities, life skills, and communication.
- Developed individualized plans for each client based on their needs and interests.
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks such as meal preparation, medication administration, personal hygiene.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on social interaction and problem-solving skills.
- Monitored client progress through regular assessments of behavior, attitude, and performance.
- Provided crisis intervention when needed to de-escalate difficult situations or behaviors.
- Communicated regularly with families about client's progress towards goals established.
Education
Medical Assisting
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA09-2009
Skills
- Special Education Support
- Storytelling
- Schedule Management
- Small Group Instruction
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Dickinson Independent School District
08.2018 - Current
Day Program Instructor
In Community
06.2006 - 08.2009
Medical Assisting
Chattahoochee Technical College