Kiara Dampier
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated early childhood and special education professional with extensive experience supporting children with diverse learning, behavioral, and emotional needs. Skilled in behavior intervention, classroom support, and collaboration with educators and families. Holds RBT and IBT credentials and brings a calm, structured, and compassionate approach well-suited for a leadership role in a daycare or early learning environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Amergis
Chicago
06.2023 - 02.2026
- Supported children with special needs in educational settings, including students with challenging behaviors and developmental delays
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans using ABA principles
- Provided one-on-one and small-group support to promote emotional regulation, communication, and social skills
- Assisted with classroom routines, transitions, and learning activities to maintain a structured, nurturing environment
- Collaborated closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure consistent behavioral strategies
- Supported high school students with academic engagement, behavioral goals, and life-skills development
- Maintained detailed documentation and progress tracking to support student growth
Paraprofessional
Thornton Township High School District 205
South Holland, IL
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided support to help students
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Created Lesson Plans , Enforced Class lessons
- Documented students behavior
- Signed off for students overall behavior and participation in class.
Education
Surgical Technology -
Midwestern College
Chicago Skills
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- Early Childhood & Special Education Support
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Social-Emotional Development
- Individualized Support & Inclusion
- Staff Collaboration & Communication
- Safety, Supervision & Child Development
- Data Collection & Progress Monitoring
Certification
CPR Basic Life Support
RBT Registered Behavioral technician
IBT International Behavioral Therapy
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Thornton Township High School District 205
09.2023 - 05.2024
Paraprofessional
Amergis
06.2023 - 02.2026
Surgical Technology -
Midwestern College