Kelsey Goodwin
Summary
Special Education Teaching Assistant dedicated to developing and implementing behavior modification plans to meet class learning and behavioral goals for students on the autism spectrum or various behavioral disorders. Compassionate and responsible classroom support professional with a creative and flexible approach to dealing with educational and behavioral issues. Over six years of experience in Special Education support roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
RISE Academy Of Lifelong Learning
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted students with autism and behavioral disorders, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Monitored student actions and applied established behavioral intervention plans to redirect behavior and resolve conflicts.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Personal House Cleaner
Personal Employer
08.2016 - 06.2023
- Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently providing thorough and detail-oriented cleaning services.
- Maintained a loyal clientele through excellent communication, punctuality, and reliability.
Respite Care Provider
Help At Home Homecare
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Improved respite care quality by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, minimizing stress on both the patient and their family.
- Supported patient's emotional well-being by listening empathetically to their concerns and providing reassurance as needed.
Celebrate Recovery Youth Counselor
Northside Celebrate Recovery
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Improved emotional regulation in clients through teaching coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Managed crises effectively using de-escalation techniques, prioritizing safety while addressing the underlying emotional triggers for each incident.
- Promoted a safe space by consistently enforcing rules while maintaining empathy toward each client's unique struggles.
Northside Christian Church KidCare
Northside Christian Church
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided compassionate emotional support for children experiencing stress or anxiety throughout the day, fostering a secure attachment bond between caregiver and child.
- Organized stimulating sensory-based activities designed to engage all five senses while encouraging cognitive growth among young learners.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University Southeast
New Albany, IN05.2024
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek High School
Sellersburg, IN06.2020
Skills
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Behavioral Interventions
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social Skills Development
- Nonverbal Communication
- PECS & Token Economy Systems
- Data Collection
Certification
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Certified - Cornell University/Oakstone Academy - 2023
- CPR Certified - 2023
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
RISE Academy Of Lifelong Learning
06.2023 - 02.2024
Respite Care Provider
Help At Home Homecare
05.2018 - 03.2020
Celebrate Recovery Youth Counselor
Northside Celebrate Recovery
01.2018 - 12.2019
Northside Christian Church KidCare
Northside Christian Church
01.2017 - 08.2019
Personal House Cleaner
Personal Employer
08.2016 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University Southeast
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek High School
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Certified - Cornell University/Oakstone Academy - 2023
- CPR Certified - 2023
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