Kadeja Jasper
Huntsville,US
Summary
Experienced crisis response professional knowledgeable about strategies for reintroducing calm to emotionally-charged crisis situations. Skilled in reflective listening, relationship-building and collaborative problem-solving. Dedicated to offering meaningful assistance and influencing students or clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Huntsville City Schools
10.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Family Engagement Specialist
Community Action Partnership of North Alabama
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to family engagement initiatives
- Provided support to families through home visits, parent meetings, workshops and other resources
- Analyzed data collected from surveys to assess the impact of existing programs and develop new ones
- Monitored progress towards goals set by families during meetings or conferences
- Collaborated with team members to identify areas of improvement in family engagement programs
- Utilized various communication tools including phone calls, emails, text messages and social media platforms to engage with families on a regular basis
Instructional Aide
Madison County Board of Education
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Established positive individual relationships with students, helping build confidence and self-esteem
- Assisted with preparing materials for lessons and maintaining an organized classroom environment
- Promoted positive behavior management strategies among students
- Worked one-on-one with struggling or special education students requiring additional support
Special Education Paraprofessional-Behavior Unit
SPUR Inc
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Maintained files and filing, keeping sensitive information confidential
- Proofread documents for grammar accuracy prior to submission
- Developed strategies to meet needs of students with variety of disabilities
- Supported students in developing life skills, following classroom routines and managing behavior
- Managed challenging behaviors using evidence-based interventions in accordance with district policies
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting
- Implemented individualized behavioral plans for students with disabilities
Direct Support Professional
Centers for the Developmentally Disabled , NCA
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks such as hygiene, meal preparation, dressing, grooming, housekeeping duties
- Maintained accurate records of client data including incident reports, progress notes, treatment plans
- Provided guidance to clients in order to help them achieve their goals and objectives related to independent living skills
- Administered medications to patients based upon physician or nurse guidelines
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - PSYCHOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
04.2019
Skills
- Behavior monitoring
- Behavior modification
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Excellent classroom management
- Community involvement
- Special education
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Huntsville City Schools
10.2024 - Current
Family Engagement Specialist
Community Action Partnership of North Alabama
07.2024 - Current
Instructional Aide
Madison County Board of Education
03.2021 - 02.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional-Behavior Unit
SPUR Inc
08.2019 - 03.2021
Direct Support Professional
Centers for the Developmentally Disabled , NCA
01.2019 - 08.2019
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - PSYCHOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
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