Makeria Forbes
Ayden,North Carolina
Summary
I provide compassionate, individualized support to both children and adults with developmental and behavioral challenges, including those on the autism spectrum. My role involved implementing daily routines, supporting therapeutic activities, and helping residents develop communication, social, and life skills in a structured, nurturing environment. This role deepened my ability to remain patient, observant, and proactive. Qualities essential to making a real impact in the lives of children and adults with special needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Idella's Care Homes LLC
Greenville, NC
09.2024 - Current
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Paraprofessional
Nova Behavioral Healthcare
Kinston, NC
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Distributed pencils, paper, textbooks and workbooks to students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ayden-Grifton
Ayden, NC06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NCSkills
- Emotional support
- Crisis intervention
- Goal setting and monitoring
- CPR and first aid
- Communication strategies
- Life skills instruction
Certification
- CPR Certified - Red Cross [Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED]
- NCI Certified
- Medication Administration Certified
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Idella's Care Homes LLC
09.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Nova Behavioral Healthcare
11.2023 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Ayden-Grifton
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Fayetteville State University
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