KEITH MATTHEWS
NORTH CHESTERFIELD
Summary
Experienced with classroom management and student support, ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to assist in educational activities. Track record of fostering positive relationships with students and staff to support educational objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Grafton School
Midlothian, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated development of lesson plans and instructional materials for teachers.
- Supervised students during lunch, recess, and field trips to ensure safety.
- Provided accommodations for students requiring additional support in classroom settings.
- Participated in IEP meetings and parent conferences to discuss student progress.
- Contributed to creation of Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Behavior Technician Classroom
Grafton School
Midlothian, VA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained comprehensive session records, including progress notes and incident reports.
- Engaged in professional development to stay updated on Applied Behavior Analysis trends.
- Observed client interactions to pinpoint areas for improvement and reinforcement.
- Assisted with crisis intervention protocol implementation as needed.
- Instructed clients in social skills training using positive reinforcement and prompting techniques.
- Supported clients in acquiring self-help skills, including dressing and toileting independently.
- Provided direct behavioral interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder and related disabilities.
- Contributed to the development of communication systems utilizing visual supports like picture exchange.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Heavenly Helpers
Mechanicsville, US
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted clients in managing their finances, paying bills, and shopping for groceries and personal items.
- Helped patients with their personal needs, such as keeping spaces clean and assisting with grooming.
- Ran errands for individual, including grocery shopping and other essentials.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Diversity Training & Support Center
Richmond, US
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Helped patients with their personal needs, such as keeping spaces clean and assisting with grooming.
- Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping, and eating patterns in medical record.
- Recorded vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Cornerstone Support Services, Inc
Richmond, US
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted clients in maintaining optimal health medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
- Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Made appointments for clients and accompanied them to them.
- Did dusting, dishwashing, and vacuuming, among other things.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Diversity Training & Support Center
Richmond, US
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks that adhered to strict dietary guidelines.
- Did laundry, dusting, dishwashing, and vacuuming, among other things.
- Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping, and eating patterns in medical record books.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
We care community
Richmond, US
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted clients in managing their finances, paying bills, and shopping for groceries and personal items.
- Helped patients with their personal needs, such as keeping spaces clean and assisting with grooming.
- Assisted clients in maintaining optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Acclaim Care Inc
Richmond, US
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Worked to improve and enhance the lives of patients through effective and compassionate care.
- Oversaw resident care and memory care staffing, as well as providing input into pre-admission assessments and decision-making.
- Oversaw routine activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN03-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN11-2024
certification - HVAC Installation and Repair
Fortis Institute
Richmond, VA01-2020
High School -
Armstrong High School
Richmond, VA01-2015
Skills
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Data analysis
- Individual treatment plans
- ABA techniques
- Data collection
- Individual education plans
- Classroom support
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Helping students with special needs
- CPR and first aid
- Classroom organization
- Community resource coordination
- Client assessment
- Time management
- Behavioral analysis
- Instructional support
- Social skills training
- Computer skills
- Problem solving
- Record keeping
- Leadership
Education
other
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Grafton School
01.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician Classroom
Grafton School
01.2023 - 01.2024
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Heavenly Helpers
02.2022 - 12.2022
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Diversity Training & Support Center
11.2021 - 02.2022
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Cornerstone Support Services, Inc
09.2020 - 11.2021
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Diversity Training & Support Center
01.2020 - 08.2020
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
We care community
02.2018 - 01.2019
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Acclaim Care Inc
01.2017 - 02.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Purdue University
certification - HVAC Installation and Repair
Fortis Institute
High School -
Armstrong High School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue University Global