Kirsten Prust
Fort Atkinson,WI
Summary
Dedicated special education paraprofessional skilled in IEP implementation, behavioral intervention, and crisis management. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through tailored instructional strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lake Mills High School
Lake Mills, Wisconsin
07.2024 - Current
- Implemented educational activities tailored to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop and adapt learning materials.
- Collaborated with the teacher to create tailored learning strategies that addressed individual student needs.
- Assisted teachers in delivering individualized instruction to students with diverse needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers on learning outcomes.
- Maintained positive, structured learning environment to enhance classroom management and student focus.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Stoughton High School
Stoughton, Wisconsin
02.2018 - 06.2024
- Facilitated personalized accommodations and offered extra assistance to enhance student learning and success.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Monitored student behavior to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Provided emotional support during crisis situations to help student navigate challenges effectively.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Participated in meetings with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, outside agencies regarding students' progress.
Residential Counselor
Prader-Willi Homes of Oconomowoc
Watertown, Wisconsin
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Provided immediate crisis intervention support to individuals in distress.
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention during shifts.
- Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Monitored residents' behavior, documenting changes for care team to inform treatment adjustments.
- Tracked client progress, documenting observations to provide supervisors with insights for behavioral support.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans for residents' needs.
- Implemented behavioral interventions designed to modify or reduce problematic behaviors.
- Participated in team meetings to share client progress updates and collaborate on improvement strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cross-Categorical Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Whitewater, WI12-2026
Skills
- IEP implementation
- IEP compliance
- IEP goals
- Individualized instruction
- Specialized instructional methods
- Student assessment
- Behavioral intervention
- Crisis intervention
- Classroom management
- Curriculum adaptation
- Collaborative learning
- Emotional regulation
- Sensory processing support
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Licensed Special Education Aide
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lake Mills High School
07.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Stoughton High School
02.2018 - 06.2024
Residential Counselor
Prader-Willi Homes of Oconomowoc
05.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Cross-Categorical Special Education
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater