Lonneke De Wolf
Oyster Bay,USA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Professional with a proven track record in IEP implementation at Oyster Bay East Norwich Central School. Expertise in applied behavior analysis and effective communication has led to significant enhancements in learning environments and student outcomes. Committed to fostering collaborative teamwork and promoting educational excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Oyster Bay East Norwich Central School
Oyster Bay, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Counseled parents on how they can best assist their children with learning difficulties at home.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies designed specifically for special education classrooms.
- Worked with both groups and individuals to provide instruction in mathematics, reading, science and history.
- Supervised students awaiting after-school transportation and assisted students boarding and exiting school bus daily.
- Assisted in providing individual and small group instruction to students with special needs.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and other staff members to provide a positive learning environment for all students.
ABA Therapist
Achievement Behavior Care
Islip, New York
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Ensured all therapy sessions were conducted in a safe, supportive environment conducive to learning.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
- Utilized positive reinforcement methods to increase desired behaviors while decreasing challenging behaviors.
- Provided individualized behavior therapy services to children with autism spectrum disorders.
- Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
Team Lead
The Genesis School/Eden II programs
East Meadow, NY
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Successfully set up a new group with seven participants within the existing Program Without Walls.
- Assist participants with autism to achieve social, communication, and independence goals within the community.
- Developed daily schedules, informed and trained assigned staff.
- Collect data
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and improve interdepartmental cooperation.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms and improve bottom-line results.
- Implement goals related to life plans.
Direct Support Professional
The Genesis school/Eden II programs
East Meadow, NY
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
Direct Support Professional
Human First
Lynbrook, NY
01.2015 - 03.2017
- 1:1 people with developmental disabilities
Night Supervisor
De Dolfijn
Leiderdorp, NL
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Facility for the disabled
- Assisting clients with dressing, going to bed, grooming
- Food preparations, laundry etc
Specialized Family Treatment Supervisor
ActiVite HomeCare
Leiderdorp, NL
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Supervising multi-problem families at home, setup financial aid programs, teaching parenting skills, setup multidisciplinary consultation, accompany clients to meetings with other organizations such as Child services, create plan of care with short- and long-term goals, monitor progress
- Psycho education
- Work with TRIPLE P (Positive Parenting Program) and CARE-NL (Child Abuse Risk Evaluation-Netherlands)
- Developed strategies for dealing with challenging situations involving clients' behavior.
- Collaborated with other agencies and professionals to coordinate services for clients.
Administration Assistant
Hogeschool Leiden
Leiden, NL
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Responsibilities: agenda management, planning of teachers
- Answering e-mails and questions from students
Youth Group Leader
Maasstad Pamijer
Rotterdam, NL
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Responsibilities: guidance and coaching of troubled adolescents with developmental disabilities in a group home setting
- Teaching independent living skills, supervise individual and group activities
- Observe and report daily in their personal files
- Make plan of care and evaluate progress
Youth Group Leader
Stichting Horizon
Alphen a/d Rijn, NL
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Responsibilities: guidance and coaching of children, 12-15 years old, with the goal to reunite the family
- Supervise group meetings, make plan of care of mentor pupils, behavior management, multidisciplinary meetings to evaluate progress of pupil
Education
Registered Behavior Technician -
12.2019
Specialized Family Treatment Supervisor - Specialized Care, Care and Welfare Division
Amsterdam, NL01.2008
Social Educational Work -
Leiden, NL01.1997
Lower General Secondary Education -
High school
Leiden, NL01.1994
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Communication techniques
- Classroom organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Visual supports
- Community integration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Autism spectrum
- Nonviolent communication
- Data collection
- Social skills development
- Life skills training
- Instructional support
- Behavior reduction
- Prompting strategies
- Applied behavior analysis
- Discrete trial teaching
Languages
Dutch
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Conducted training sessions for new volunteers on organizational procedures
- Coordinated summer camps for youth aged 8 to 18
- Designed and executed a weekly schedule for outdoor activities and meal provisions
- Facilitated communication between volunteers and parents
- Budget Management: Achieved project goals while remaining within the allocated budget
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teaching Assistant
Oyster Bay East Norwich Central School
11.2022 - Current
ABA Therapist
Achievement Behavior Care
11.2020 - 07.2021
Team Lead
The Genesis School/Eden II programs
09.2018 - 01.2020
Direct Support Professional
The Genesis school/Eden II programs
03.2017 - 08.2017
Direct Support Professional
Human First
01.2015 - 03.2017
Night Supervisor
De Dolfijn
01.2010 - 01.2012
Specialized Family Treatment Supervisor
ActiVite HomeCare
01.2007 - 01.2012
Administration Assistant
Hogeschool Leiden
01.2006 - 01.2007
Youth Group Leader
Maasstad Pamijer
01.2002 - 01.2007
Youth Group Leader
Stichting Horizon
01.2000 - 01.2002
Registered Behavior Technician -
Specialized Family Treatment Supervisor - Specialized Care, Care and Welfare Division
Social Educational Work -
Lower General Secondary Education -
High school
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