Jessica E. Hornsby
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than five years aiding instructors in the classroom. Looking to bring further success to a school district through behavior management and student engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Classroom Assistant
City of Chicago/Chicago Public Schools
01.2017 - Current
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Counseled students regarding problems such as stress, or family situations to modify behavior to improve personal adjustment.
- Interacted with students to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal/academic development and adjustment.
Education
M.A - Clinical Psychology
Governors State University
University Park, IL08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With, Sociology Minor
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL12.2016
Skills
- Group Classes
- Teacher Assistance
- Instructional Support
- Classroom Organization
- Curriculum Implementation
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Therapeutic Services
- Group Therapy
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Analytical Thinking
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Behavioral Therapy
- Suicide Intervention
Timeline
Special Education Classroom Assistant
City of Chicago/Chicago Public Schools
01.2017 - Current
M.A - Clinical Psychology
Governors State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology With, Sociology Minor
Chicago State University
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