Nicole Kadinger
Sturgis
Summary
Compassionate support professional with 10+ years of experience assisting children, families, and individuals with special needs in educational and home-care settings. Skilled in behavior intervention, crisis support, documentation, progress monitoring, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Experienced in working with diverse populations, maintaining detailed records, supporting individualized plans, and building positive relationships with clients, families, and professionals in high-needs environment. Eager to continue developing skills that strengthen support for individuals and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Phaxis Education/Athens Jr./Sr. High School (contract Through June 4th)
Athens, MI
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Provide direct instructional and behavioral support to students with academic, social, and behavioral goals through individualized support strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt instructional materials and teaching techniques.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Support implementation of behavior intervention plans and accommodations.
- Utilize de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies when supporting student needs
Special Circumstances Instructional Assistant
Morongo Unified School District
Twentynine Palms, California
01.2015 - 01.2025
- Provided direct support services to students with developmental disabilities and behavioral needs in educational settings.
- Assisted with implementation of individualized behavior and support plans designed to improve academic, social, and functional outcomes.
- Maintained detailed documentation and tracked behavioral and educational progress for student support planning.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, administrators, and families to coordinate services and address student needs.
- Participated in meetings involving parents, staff, and support professionals regarding student progress and interventions.
- Assisted with crisis prevention strategies and behavior de-escalation techniques.
- Supported communication development through visual supports, adaptive materials, and assistive communication systems.
In-Home Care Support
IHSS Adult Services Program
06.2018 - 11.2023
- Provided direct support and assistance to individuals with physical and daily living needs.
- Monitored client wellbeing and communicated concerns or changes in condition to caregivers and support personnel.
- Documented observations and assisted with ongoing care coordination.
- Assisted clients with mobility, transportation, and personal care activities.
- Supported safe environments while promoting dignity and independence.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients and family members through effective communication and dependable support.
Education
ProAct Restraint Certification
2022, 2023, 2024RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
2024, 2025Business Administration Coursework -
Copper Mountain College
Joshua Tree, CASkills
- Data Tracking & Record Keeping
- Microsoft Word, Outlook & Excel
- Advocacy & Client Support
- Positive Behavior Support
- Conflict Resolution, Crisis Prevention & De-escalation
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Confidentiality & Professional Ethics
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Special Needs
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Phaxis Education/Athens Jr./Sr. High School (contract Through June 4th)
11.2025 - 06.2026
In-Home Care Support
IHSS Adult Services Program
06.2018 - 11.2023
Special Circumstances Instructional Assistant
Morongo Unified School District
01.2015 - 01.2025
ProAct Restraint Certification
RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Business Administration Coursework -
Copper Mountain College