Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Kortni Campbell

Crystal,MI

Summary

Dedicated paraprofessional with experience at Central Montcalm Upper Elementary, skilled in behavior management and emotional support. Proven ability to foster positive learning environments and enhance student engagement through individualized assistance. Committed to collaboration and effective communication, ensuring the success of students with diverse needs. CPR and first aid certified.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Central Montcalm Upper Elementary
11.2023 - Current
  • I work with an autistic student now we do one on one. I absolutely love him. I also have been a recess aide and helped in small groups or even one one one with children that need a bit of extra help.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
  • Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Engaged with students during extracurricular activities, supporting their interests beyond classroom.
  • Facilitated small group tutoring sessions for students struggling in math and reading.
  • Adapted teaching materials for special education students, meeting diverse learning needs.
  • Assisted in administration of standardized tests, facilitating smooth testing process.
  • Contributed to development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Weaver's Nature Based Daycare
04.2022 - 10.2023
  • I worked with toddlers and infants. We did alot of amazing outdoor messy play that was so fun.
  • Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
  • Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
  • Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Supported students'' emotional growth by fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom atmosphere.
  • Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
  • Promoted healthy habits among students by incorporating physical activities, nutritious snacks, and proper hygiene routines into daily schedules.
  • Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
  • Assisted lead teacher in designing curriculum and instructional materials for diverse student needs.
  • Fostered creative expression among children through art projects, dramatic play opportunities, and music exploration activities.
  • Implemented positive discipline techniques to encourage responsible behavior among students consistently.
  • Aided in smooth transitions between activities throughout the day by preparing materials ahead of time and guiding students calmly from one task to another.
  • Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
  • Increased student engagement during storytime by using animated voices, gestures, and props to bring stories to life.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
  • Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
  • Kept children between ages of Number and Number safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.

Home Health Aide

Commission On Aging
05.2021 - 04.2022
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.

Cera Specalist

Eightcap
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • I was a case worker for a temporary position at eightcap. I answered phones, called tenants, or landlords, added/scanned files into the computer portal, made copies, went through files.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central Montcalm
Stanton, MI
06.2007

Skills

  • AED trained
  • Potty training and bathroom assistants
  • Creative brainstorming
  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Special education support
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Teacher support
  • Data collection
  • Patient
  • Classroom support
  • Classroom organization
  • CPR and first aid
  • Teacher assistance
  • Special education
  • Student supervision
  • Teacher support and collaboration
  • Student health and safety
  • Documentation
  • Small group instruction
  • Emotional support
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Relationship building
  • Behavior improvements
  • Reading and writing support
  • Activity planning
  • Supervising student activities
  • Parent communication
  • Disability awareness
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Clerical support
  • Creating visual displays
  • Arts and crafts
  • Note-taking assistance
  • Test proctoring
  • Storytelling
  • Goal setting and monitoring
  • Social-emotional support
  • Safety

Certification

I am CPR, First Aid, AED, and CPI trained

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Central Montcalm Upper Elementary
11.2023 - Current

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Weaver's Nature Based Daycare
04.2022 - 10.2023

Home Health Aide

Commission On Aging
05.2021 - 04.2022

Cera Specalist

Eightcap
12.2020 - 02.2021

High School Diploma -

Central Montcalm
Kortni Campbell