Marita Frerichs
Grand Island,NE
Summary
At Grand Island Public Schools I collaborate closely with teachers, to improve student engagement and safety, demonstrating significant progress in managing behaviors and supporting diverse learning needs. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. I am ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm!
At the hospital I was an experienced patient care assistant, that provided quality care to patients in a variety of medical settings. Delivered excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination with the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Contributed to successful transitions between grade levels by collaborating closely with incoming teachers about each student''s specific strengths, challenges, and support requirements.
Shared Living Provider
Duet
06.2012 - Current
- Managed household budgets responsibly, keeping an accurate record of expenses while ensuring essential needs were met.
- Enhanced residents'' daily living experience by providing personalized care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Assist resident in home and maintaining positive relationships with family members, friends, and community members to enhance overall wellbeing.
- Organize social activities and community outings for resident to enhance their quality of life.
- Support resident in maintaining personal hygiene routines including bathing assistance or grooming tasks where required.
- Provides transportation as needed for medical appointments, errands or recreational activities.
- Assists resident in achieving personal goals by providing guidance, encouragement, and resources.
- Ensured clear communication between resident and healthcare providers by maintaining thorough documentation of updates and progress reports.
- Entrusted to handle individuals financials and other confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Med Surg/Oncology PCA
Saint Francis Medical Center
05.2002 - 08.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and or skin breakdown.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grand Island Senior High School
Grand Island, NE05.1989
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher Assistance
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Student Supervision
- Collaboration with teachers
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Active Listening
- Social Skills Training
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Shared Living Provider
Duet
06.2012 - Current
Med Surg/Oncology PCA
Saint Francis Medical Center
05.2002 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Grand Island Senior High School
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