Jennifer Suver
Dresden,OH
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience at Zanesville City Schools and Fosterbridge, specializing in IEP compliance and fostering teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in classroom management and patient care quality through effective collaboration and specialized support for learning disabilities and health care needs. Demonstrated excellence in multitasking and student supervision, enhancing learning and care environments.
Special education professional with proven ability to assist in creating inclusive learning environments. Background includes implementing tailored teaching strategies and supporting student development. Recognized for effective collaboration and adaptability, ensuring smooth classroom operations and positive student outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Zanesville City Schools
08.2015 - Current
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
Certified Nurses Aide
Fosterbridge
02.2005 - 08.2015
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and coverage.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Ensured adequate nutrition for patients by preparing meal trays according to dietary requirements and assisting with feeding if necessary.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education And Intervention Specialist
Muskingum University
New Concord, OH12-2024
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Student supervision
- Differentiated instruction
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Toileting assistance
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Zanesville City Schools
08.2015 - Current
Certified Nurses Aide
Fosterbridge
02.2005 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education And Intervention Specialist
Muskingum University
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