Lisa O'Brien
Corona,CA
Summary
Passionate about providing students with exceptional special education support. Background includes hands-on experience as Special Education Instructional Assistant, working closely with children of various abilities and learning styles. Skilled in behavioral management techniques, individualized education plan (IEP) implementation, and adaptive teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs. Excels in communication, team work and collaboration, ensuring positive learning outcomes for students with special educational needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Orange Unified School District
Orange
08.2016 - Current
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
Noon Duty Supervisor
Orange Unified School District
Orange, CA
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Monitored student behavior, intervening when necessary to maintain order.
- Assisted with resolving conflicts between students in a fair and impartial manner.
- Ensured safe and secure environment for students during lunch time.
- Attended to lunch periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH05-2024
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH05-2022
High School Diploma -
Rancho Alamitos High School
Garden Grove, CA06-1997
Master of Arts - Education
Alliant International University
San Diego, CASkills
- Behavioral plan management
- IEP compliance
- Student Supervision
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Data Collection
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Group and individual instruction
- Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Orange Unified School District
08.2016 - Current
Noon Duty Supervisor
Orange Unified School District
09.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies
Central State University
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
High School Diploma -
Rancho Alamitos High School
Master of Arts - Education
Alliant International University
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