Matthew Sjoblom
Summary
An education professional with extensive experience in fast-paced, need-stricken behavioral management. A well versed instructional assistant with the ability to provide small group or individual instruction of multi-subject areas. Greatly suited with an engaging and inviting demeanor while remaining professional. With experience in leadership and negotiation, I am well versed in collaborative methods and willingness to bring all perspectives to light.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Support Professional
Hastings Public Schools
09.2017 - Current
- Assisted with data collection(documentation and progress report data for IEP goals and objectives, behavior charting)
- Utilized proactive behavior management techniques( reinforced positive behaviors, utilized de-escalation techniques, and redirected inappropriate behaviors)
- Proctor state assessment: small groups and individually, eg: MAPP, MCA, NWEA
- Support Accommodations Room( reinforced instruction through small group or individual activities, Implement curriculum modifications for students with IEPs)
- Collaborate with school administrative staff
- Collaborate with school counseling staff
Student Assistant/ PSA 1:1
Hastings Community Education
09.2021 - Current
- Utilized proactive behavior management techniques, reinforced positive behaviors, utilized de-escalation techniques, and redirected inappropriate behaviors.
- Data collection and documentation of behavior reports
- Assist with classroom activities
- Collaborate with lead staff on activities and other daily tasks
- Monitor/Manage small groups during off-site field trips/activities
Union Executive Member
HastingsESP Local Union
08.2020 - 12.2024
- EdMn HastingsESP Vice President
Aug 2021 - June 2024
- EdMn HastingsESP Negotiations
Aug 2020 - 2025
- 2020-2022 Contract
- 2022-2023 Contract
- Lead Negotiator and Lead Contact
- 2023-2025 Contract
Mentor Lead Negotiator and Lead Contact
- EdMn HastingsESP Building Rep
- Aug 2020-June 2024 HMS
- Sep 2021-June 2024 MEL
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MNAssociate of Science - Special Education Foundations
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MNAssociate of Arts - Sociology
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MNSkills
- Time Management and Task Management
- Behavior Management
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Active Listening
- Organization
Accomplishments
- CPI(Crisis Prevention Intervention): 2018 to Current
- The Whole Brain Child 12 Strategies for Nurturing a Child’s Developing Mind. March 2025
- Trauma I: Understanding Trauma & The Developing Brain. May 2023
- PBI(Positive Behavior Interventions) August 2022
- True Colors August 2022
- Student Mental Health August 2022
- PCA & CFSS Support Worker Training September 2020
- Conscious Discipline: November 2019, Refresher Course 2021
- RCD(Responsibility Centered Discipline): November 2018
Timeline
Student Assistant/ PSA 1:1
Hastings Community Education
09.2021 - Current
Union Executive Member
HastingsESP Local Union
08.2020 - 12.2024
Education Support Professional
Hastings Public Schools
09.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Metropolitan State University
Associate of Science - Special Education Foundations
Normandale Community College
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Normandale Community College
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