Leah Green
Riviera Beach,FL
Summary
Flexible and caring special education professional. Customizes approaches based on individual needs and impairments. Focused on helping students build important skills for physical and mental issues impacting academic performance, social integration or physical capabilities. Compassionate in helping with struggles and adapting approaches.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asst. Behavioral Phys. Nds 1
Royal Palm School
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2005 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction and support to students with behavioral challenges in a school setting.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and other professionals to develop strategies to address challenging behaviors.
- Established positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- Created visuals and schedules to reinforce daily routines and expectations for students.
- Provided feedback to teachers regarding classroom management strategies and best practices.
- Promoted positive reinforcement systems within the classroom environment.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
Recreation Specialist
The ARC of The Palm Beaches
West Palm Beach, FL
06.2004 - 08.2015
- Ensured compliance with safety policies and procedures.
- Organized, led and promoted interest in recreational activities.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Administered first aid and notified emergency medical personnel.
Asst Behavorial Phys Nds 1
South Olive Elem
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2000 - 06.2005
- Encouraged students to stay motivated and engaged in their learning process.
- Created a safe space for all students where they could feel comfortable expressing themselves without judgement or criticism from others.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Education
High School Diploma -
John I. Leonard High School
Greenacres, FL05-2000
Some College (No Degree) - ParaPro Test
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLSkills
- Behavioral Support
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Teacher Support
- Daily Living Skill Development
- Skill Development
- Living Skills Assistance
Certification
PCM Certified
ParaPro Test
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Asst. Behavioral Phys. Nds 1
Royal Palm School
08.2005 - Current
Recreation Specialist
The ARC of The Palm Beaches
06.2004 - 08.2015
Asst Behavorial Phys Nds 1
South Olive Elem
08.2000 - 06.2005
High School Diploma -
John I. Leonard High School
Some College (No Degree) - ParaPro Test
Palm Beach State College