Kassidee West
Wetmore,CO
Summary
I believe my many different experiences qualify me to work as a special-needs paraprofessional. These include years of childcare experience, working with a special-needs child at home, and volunteering in different classrooms. I’ve also had years to practice the techniques to work with a special-needs individual.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
At Home Daycare
Kassidee West
Florence, CO
01.2024 - Current
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Maintained a clean and organized play area.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
Childcare Provider
Billy Wolf
Florence, CO
06.2020 - Current
- Created a stimulating learning environment that is conducive to learning through play activities.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques such as praise or rewards when appropriate.
- Supported emotional well-being of students by demonstrating patience and understanding during challenging times.
- Assisted in developing individual plans for each child, tailored to their unique needs.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Cared for children in institutional settings.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Babysitter
Susannah Jenkins
Penrose, Colorado
05.2020 - Current
- Creating an atmosphere of fun that allows for occasional rule-bending within reason.
- Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
- Helping older children with homework assignments as directed by parents.
- Tailoring activities based on the individual needs of each child under care.
Internship Student
Florence Elementary School
Florence, Colorado
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Florence High School
Florence, Colorado05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, COSkills
- Child development
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Relationship building
- Behavior management
- First aid and CPR
- Motor skills development
- Social skills development
- Compassion and empathy
- Active listening
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
At Home Daycare
Kassidee West
01.2024 - Current
Internship Student
Florence Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Childcare Provider
Billy Wolf
06.2020 - Current
Babysitter
Susannah Jenkins
05.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Florence High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Pueblo Community College