Dedicated professional with a background in general and special educational support and a strong foundation in psychological principles. Proven ability to manage classroom dynamics, support student development and well- being, handle administrative responsibilities with precision. Committed to fostering a positive environment while pursuing advanced knowledge in psychology.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Coach
Shineforth Family and Children Services
Edinburg, VA
08.2022 - Current
Provided support to a group students, enhancing communication and fostering positive relationships.
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and progress, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
Facilitated open communication within the team, fostering a collaborative environment that led to improved problem solving capabilities.
Provide direct behavioral support and intervention to students at the direction of the teacher or administrative staff.
Assist the classroom teachers in delivering interventions and academic instruction to students with special needs.
Act as a positive role model by demonstrating appropriate coping, problem-solving, and social-emotional regulation strategies.
Ensure a safe and secure environment for students in both residential and day school programs.
Complete required documentation, such as behavior notes, serious incident reports, and progress monitoring data.
Participate actively in team meetings to review student progress and provide safe educational system.
Serve as a bridge between administrative staff, teachers, and students to ensure consistent care.
Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and interventions when a student is escalated, a threat to themselves/others, or destroying property.
1:1 Counselor
Dominion Care
Edinburg, VA
11.2020 - 08.2022
Provide "sight and sound" supervision, remaining in close proximity to an individualized student throughout entire school day or service session.
Work under a classroom teacher's direction to implement academic and behavioral goals outlined in the students IEP and BIP.
Assist student in developing positive coping skills, problem-solving techniques, and conflict resolution strategies.
Fortune positive peer and adult relationships by modeling and implementing the schools district's code of conduct.
Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and interventions when a student is escalated, a threat to themselves/others, or destroying property.
Provide consistent redirection to help students complete work assignments.
complete daily data collection by charting the frequency and duration of specific behaviors related to identified goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Woodstock
12-2019
Skills
Task delegation
Crisis- Management
Teamwork and collaboration
Feedback delivery
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Critical thinking
Clear communication
Organizational skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Documentation and recordkeeping
Verbal and written communication
Conflict resolution
Certification
CPR/First Aid- 3/28/2026
Addressing Suicide in Adolescents and Transition Age Youth- 5/22/2023
ALICE Workplace Training- 8/16/2024
CHS Professional Learning- 5/8/2024
Cultural Competence- 8/19/2022
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion- 8/19/2022
Understanding HIPAA- 10/25/2022 & 8/19/2022
UMFS Customer Service Standards- 8/19/2022
Preventing Suicide in Youth: The Role of Paraprofessionals- 8/16/2024