Mari Grandprey
East Bethel,MN
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at Saint Francis Area Schools, skilled in classroom management and communication. Proven ability to adapt to diverse student needs while fostering a positive learning environment. Recognized for implementing effective behavior intervention strategies and collaborating with educators to enhance student engagement and social skills development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional Special Education
Saint Francis Area Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Assist teachers in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
- Support students in developing appropriate social and emotional
- Monitor student behavior and provide positive reinforcement and redirection.
- Assist students with personal care needs, such as toileting, dressing, and feeding.
Infant Room Teaching Assistant
Pony Preschool
08.2010 - 11.2019
- Assisting with diaper changes, feeding (bottles or snacks), and ensuring children's hygiene needs are met.
- Maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment, ensuring children are supervised at all times, and responding to emergencies.
- Assisting with establishing and maintaining daily routines, such as nap time, feeding, and playtime.
- Assisting with implementing lesson plans and activities, engaging with children in play, and promoting learning through age-appropriate activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Joesph's Hospital
08.2005 - 08.2008
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Assisting patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, and mobility.
- Assisting patients with meals, ensuring they receive proper nutrition.
- Checking and recording vital signs like temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Observing patients' conditions and reporting any changes or concerns to the nursing staff.
- Keeping accurate records of patient care and observations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Century Community College
White Bear Lake, MN06-2002
Skills
Classroom management
Communication
Organization
Teamwork
Patience
Ability to adapt to diverse student needs and learning styles
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Paraprofessional Special Education
Saint Francis Area Schools
09.2023 - Current
Infant Room Teaching Assistant
Pony Preschool
08.2010 - 11.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Joesph's Hospital
08.2005 - 08.2008
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Century Community College
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