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Karie O'Connor

Grantsville,UT

Summary

Experienced Paraprofessional eager to help students excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with diverse needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Proficient communication skills in English and Spanish.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Mother/Homemaker

Self/Spouse
04.2006 - Current
  • Spearhead care for six children and their father.
  • Develop and implemented individual care plans tailored to needs of each client.
  • Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance mood and quality of life.
  • Create fun group activities with children to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Aid in learning and helped with homework.
  • Address client household needs with meal preparation, housekeeping and transportation.
  • Continually assisting children and spouse toward their goal of perfection or at least becoming positive, responsible members of society.

Seminary/Institute Substitute

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
07.2020 - 01.2022
  • Prepared and executed lesson plans
  • Led class discussions to bring understanding
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Inquire as to welfare of students and aid or report any negative results
  • Collaborated with and supported local teachers.

Para, Cafeteria Substitute

Sublette County School District
02.2020 - 05.2020
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employed
09.2012 - 06.2015
  • Provided safe, positive environment for children while in my home
  • Prepared and serve healthy meals and snack
  • Created and presented educational crafts, activities, and lesson plans

Behavior Aide

Cache County School District
01.2005 - 10.2005
  • Assisted behaviorally challenged students in regular, daily activities in classroom and school setting
  • Implemented behavior intervention plan with assistance from teachers and school staff
  • Documented problem behavior and implementation of behavior intervention plan
  • Reported data and provide feedback in staffing meetings.

Para educator/Special Education Preschool Teachers Aide

Cache County School District
08.2004 - 12.2004
  • Conducted small groups in activities as directed by teacher
  • Collected and recorded data in large group, play group, and as needed at other moments.

Respite Care Provider/Family Support Services

Easter Seals Of Utah
05.2002 - 12.2003
  • Provided weekly respite care for families with children of severe disabilities through planned activities to aid children with disabilities gain and enhance life skills.

Education

Communications, Spanish

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT

Associate of Science - Social Work

Snow College
Ephraim, UT
05.1999

Skills

    • Dependable and Responsible
    • Critical Thinking
    • Problem Resolution
      • Records Management
      • Educational Support

Timeline

Seminary/Institute Substitute

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
07.2020 - 01.2022

Para, Cafeteria Substitute

Sublette County School District
02.2020 - 05.2020

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employed
09.2012 - 06.2015

Mother/Homemaker

Self/Spouse
04.2006 - Current

Behavior Aide

Cache County School District
01.2005 - 10.2005

Para educator/Special Education Preschool Teachers Aide

Cache County School District
08.2004 - 12.2004

Respite Care Provider/Family Support Services

Easter Seals Of Utah
05.2002 - 12.2003

Communications, Spanish

University of Utah

Associate of Science - Social Work

Snow College
Karie O'Connor