Laura Kreidermacher
Goodview,MN
Summary
Motivated paraprofessional offers positive reinforcement, student supervision, paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning leader Assistant/Substitute Teacher
Riverway Learning Community
Winona , MN
08.2013 - Current
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment to improve student focus.
- Observed student performance and analyzed individual records to assess progress.
- Supported and documented student growth and progress to achieve academic, social and emotional goals.
- Worked with students to reinforce learning of material or skill introduced by teacher.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Direct Support Professional
Home and Community Options
Winona , MN
02.2013 - Current
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
St. Mary's University of MN
Winona, MN05-2011
Skills
- Recreational activities
- Compassionate client care
- Life skills training
- Active listening
- Daily living support
- Behavior redirection
- Positive reinforcement
- Compassionate caregiving
- First aid and CPR
Certification
- CPI trained
- CPR and FIrst Aid trained
- Substitute teacher liscenced
Timeline
Learning leader Assistant/Substitute Teacher
Riverway Learning Community
08.2013 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Home and Community Options
02.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
St. Mary's University of MN