Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Marshall Magnet Elementary School
09.2016 - Current
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Abrio Care
03.2015 - 05.2024
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Developed crisis intervention strategies for challenging behaviors or situations in accordance with established guidelines while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
High School Diploma -
Coconino High School
Flagstaff, AZ
Skills
Behavior Management
Effective Communication
Helping Students with Special Needs
Small Group and Individual Assistance
Calm and Patient Demeanor
Documentation
Relationship Building
Crisis Management
Organizational and Planning Skills
Certification
CPR and First Aide License - 2015-Present
CPI Certified - 2017-Present
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Marshall Magnet Elementary School
09.2016 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Abrio Care
03.2015 - 05.2024
No Degree - Special Education
Northern Arizona University
High School Diploma -
Coconino High School
CPR and First Aide License - 2015-Present
CPI Certified - 2017-Present
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