Michael Strapason
Susanville,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Para-educator
SSD
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing behavioral issues promptly and following established protocols.
- Supported teachers in managing diverse classroom populations by providing targeted interventions for students who required additional assistance or modifications.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual needs.
Preschool Teacher
LCOE
01.2017 - 06.2021
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Almond Acres Charter Academy
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Behavioral Therapist In-patient Unit
San Luis Obispo County Mental Health
10.2004 - 10.2005
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff and relevant stakeholders.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing appropriate interventions.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Implemented crisis prevention measures when necessary to maintain safety within therapy sessions.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Facilitated referrals to outside healthcare professional and medical facilities to obtain specialized care for patients in need of extra support.
- Referred clients to specialists, educational outreach programs, or social service agencies for additional interventional needs.
Psychiatric Technician
Atascadero State Hospital
08.2001 - 06.2005
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping them feel heard and understood.
- Observed patients closely for signs of distress or changes in condition, promptly reporting concerns to supervising clinicians for appropriate intervention.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively, promoting calm atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for patients through close monitoring and crisis management techniques.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies based on individual patient needs, contributing to improved functioning within daily life activities.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and protecting individual privacy rights.
- Assisted psychiatrists in administering medications, ensuring accurate dosages and monitoring side effects for optimal efficacy.
Education
Master of Arts - Education (school Counseling)
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA03.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA06.2021
Associate of Arts - Psychology, Social Science
Lassen Community College
Susanville, CA06.2018
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Emotional Support
- Health and safety
- Student Engagement
- Behavior improvements
- Social integration
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Social development and integration
- Data Collection
- Community involvement
- Progress Monitoring and documentation
- Educational Support
- Effective Communication
- CPR and First Aid
- Behavior Management
- Computer Skills
Timeline
Para-educator
SSD
08.2021 - Current
Preschool Teacher
LCOE
01.2017 - 06.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Almond Acres Charter Academy
08.2012 - 06.2015
Behavioral Therapist In-patient Unit
San Luis Obispo County Mental Health
10.2004 - 10.2005
Psychiatric Technician
Atascadero State Hospital
08.2001 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Education (school Counseling)
Concordia University Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
California State University - Chico
Associate of Arts - Psychology, Social Science
Lassen Community College
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