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Rebecca L. Harris

Shaker Heights

Summary

Creative and energetic Education professional, devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering over 10 years of experience with a passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Shaker Heights City Schools - Autism Unit
01.2024 - Current
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations involving escalated behaviors or emotional distress among students.

Assistant Teacher

Champions Before & After School Care
10.2023 - Current
  • Completed daily reports, and attendance logs.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.

Parent Mentor / Advocate

Shaker Heights City Schools
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted families in establishing routines that supported regular attendance at school functions, enhancing overall student engagement.
  • Established trust with parents through consistent communication, leading to improved student support at home.
  • Served as a liaison between parents and school staff, promoting open lines of communication for optimal student success.
  • Developed tailored strategies for individual families to address specific academic and behavioral challenges.

Visual Field Technician

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
01.2014 - 12.2016

• Performed visual field, fundus photos and OCT testing on patients

• Performed fundus photos on patients

• Administered dialation drops

• Stocked and cleaned patient rooms

• Worked directly with physicians and technicians to achieve the best goal for the patients care.

Home Childcare Provider

"A Mothers Touch"- Self Employed
05.2009 - 12.2013
  • Built strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Maintained clean and organized living and play areas to promote child health and safety.
  • Developed engaging activities to help children learn and grow.
  • Established and followed stable routine for children to meet emotional and developmental needs.
  • Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate educational activities and playtime.
  • Assisted with toileting, dressing and hygiene to meet child's personal needs.

Assistant Teacher

First Baptist Church Children's Center
11.2005 - 05.2009
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
  • Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.

Patient Care Assistant

University Hospitals of Cleveland
06.2002 - 11.2005

• Updated documentation and reports detailing patient activities, care actions and hospital determinations.

  • Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.

• Assisted nursing staff with various procedures as needed

Assistant Teacher

Shaker Day School
05.1998 - 12.2001
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.


Education

Early Childhood Education

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Remington College
Cleveland, OH
2002

High School Diploma -

Shaker Heights High School
Shaker Heights, OH
1998

Skills

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication
  • Multitasking ability
  • Organizational skills
  • Team building
  • Computer proficiency
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • ECED & experience
  • BLS certified
  • Behavior Management
  • Special Education Support
  • Classroom Organization
  • IEP familiarity
  • Autism Spectrum Knowledge
  • Activity Planning
  • Parent Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Medical Terminology
  • Time Management

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Shaker Heights City Schools - Autism Unit
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Champions Before & After School Care
10.2023 - Current

Parent Mentor / Advocate

Shaker Heights City Schools
02.2023 - 01.2024

Visual Field Technician

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
01.2014 - 12.2016

Home Childcare Provider

"A Mothers Touch"- Self Employed
05.2009 - 12.2013

Assistant Teacher

First Baptist Church Children's Center
11.2005 - 05.2009

Patient Care Assistant

University Hospitals of Cleveland
06.2002 - 11.2005

Assistant Teacher

Shaker Day School
05.1998 - 12.2001

Early Childhood Education

Cuyahoga Community College

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Remington College

High School Diploma -

Shaker Heights High School
Rebecca L. Harris