Lawrence Caryl
Brooklyn,MI
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional with developed skills in supportive and inclusive educational environment. Demonstrating ability to adapt to diverse student needs and work collaboratively with other educators, while having strong communication and organizational abilities. CPR and Wilderness First Aid certified. Over 25 years experience working with youth of all backgrounds through Scouting and coaching sports.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Jackson County Intermediate School District
01.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment, integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefited all students involved.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Behavioral Health Technician
Tenacious Living
02.2011 - 01.2023
- Taught clients how to complete basic household chores, prepare food and work towards independence.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior using positive reinforcements.
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
- Conducted client rounds every hour to check on residents.
- Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
- Completed documentation for any incidences and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Education
Associates of General Education -
Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC04.2022
Certificates - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
LifeWays Community Mental Heath
1200 N. West Ave Jackson, Michigan 01.2021
Military Training - Military
US Army
Fort Benning, GA; Ft. Jackson, SC10.1992
Skills
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Special needs
- Classroom organization
- Emotional regulation
- Collaboration with teachers
- Teaching and instruction
- Instructional support
- Lesson plan implementation
- Student supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Behavioral plan management
Accomplishments
Honorable Discharge: United States Army
2016 Mason of the Year Brooklyn, MI
2015 Scouting District Award of Merit
2014 Wood Badge
1988 Eagle Scout
1984 Order of the Arrow
Affiliations
- American Legion Brooklyn Post
- Brooklyn Masonic Lodge 169
- Boy Scouts of America
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Jackson County Intermediate School District
01.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Tenacious Living
02.2011 - 01.2023
Associates of General Education -
Randolph Community College
Certificates - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
LifeWays Community Mental Heath
Military Training - Military
US Army
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