Monica Birkey
Wabash,United States
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 6 years in special education, emphasizing a commitment to fostering trust and positive relationships with students. Skilled in implementing Individualized Education Plans and enhancing student engagement while effectively collaborating with educators and families. Focused on promoting inclusivity and empowering individuals with disabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Family Teacher
Josiah White's
Wabash, Indiana
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Monitored and documented student progress across all programs to tailor support and interventions.
- Fostered positive relationships with youth in residential care, enhancing trust and engagement.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during challenging situations to ensure safety.
- Tracked and documented student progress throughout programs to inform individualized care strategies.
Direct Support Professional
Key Minds
Kokomo, IN
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Delivered personalized care and support, fostering developmental progress for child with special needs.
- Provided emotional support, contributing to improved overall client well-being and resilience.
- Facilitated social skills development and relationship building among clients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and notable incidents.
Paraprofessional
Sycamore Elementary
Kokomo
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to create a positive classroom environment, promoting student engagement.
- Enhanced student learning through tailored support and encouragement, fostering individual growth.
- Collaborated with special education staff to address diverse learning needs effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of student behavior and academic performance, enabling targeted interventions.
Paraprofessional
Darrough Chapel Head Start
Kokomo
07.2018 - 05.2022
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents regarding student progress.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to encourage desired behaviors in students. to redirect negative behaviors.
- Organized educational materials and resources for classroom use.
Education
Technical Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech
Kokomo05-2020
Associate Certificate - Child Development
Ashworth College
05-2019
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Special needs advocacy
- Behavior management techniques
- Instructional support
- Curriculum planning
- Assessment and evaluation
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
Timeline
Residential Family Teacher
Josiah White's
09.2025 - 07.2026
Direct Support Professional
Key Minds
01.2025 - 05.2025
Paraprofessional
Sycamore Elementary
08.2022 - 12.2024
Paraprofessional
Darrough Chapel Head Start
07.2018 - 05.2022
Technical Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Ivy Tech
Associate Certificate - Child Development
Ashworth College