Lori O'Neil
Avoca,MI
Summary
Adaptable support professional with a diverse background in classroom and direct care environments. Recognized for strong observation and communication skills, ready to leverage experience to ensure student engagement and safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Paraprofessional
Yale Public Schools
Avoca, Michigan
06.2026 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to students during instruction periods.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from the instructor.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Identified potential issues within the classroom setting based on observations.
- Supervised students during non-classroom times, including lunch and recess, to ensure a safe environment.
Direct Care Worker
All ways Care Services
New Baltimore, Michigan
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations using sound judgment techniques.
- Documented client progress and communicated needs to healthcare team.
- Supported clients in social activities to promote engagement and interaction.
- Maintained confidentiality according to agency policies regarding client information.
Care Assistant
Private Individual
Fargo, MI
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Supported elderly patient with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence in bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Delivered companionship and emotional support, enhancing client well-being during daily activities.
- Assisted in meal preparation and ensured proper nutrition for clients.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs.
- Recorded daily activities and health observations to ensure accurate client records and continuity of care.
- Arranged bedding neatly in client rooms, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.
Stay at home mom
Private Household
Avoca, Michigan
04.2002 - 09.2016
- Supervised children's educational activities and helped with homework assignments.
- Developed engaging activities to support children's social and emotional development.
- Coordinated meal planning and grocery shopping for nutritious family meals.
- Facilitated family scheduling for appointments, events, and extracurricular activities.
- Managed daily household tasks and routines for family organization.
Education
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical Education Center
Port Huron, MI05-2006
High School Diploma -
Adult Education
Port Huron, MI05-1992
Skills
- Classroom assistance
- Student engagement
- Individual instruction
- Behavior management
- Observation skills
- Crisis intervention
- Communication skills
Affiliations
- Volunteer - Healing hearts home - 2011-2015
Volunteer - Community service group 2003-2004
Timeline
Substitute Paraprofessional
Yale Public Schools
06.2026 - Current
Direct Care Worker
All ways Care Services
09.2025 - 06.2026
Care Assistant
Private Individual
09.2016 - 04.2017
Stay at home mom
Private Household
04.2002 - 09.2016
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical Education Center
High School Diploma -
Adult Education