Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
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Rene Daniele

La Salle,IL

Summary

Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Lighted Way
La Salle, IL
05.2023 - Current
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Worked one on one with a student.
  • Learned some sign language.

Bus Monitor/Teacher's Assistant

Tri County Opportunities Council
Rock Falls, IL
10.2013 - 04.2023
  • Encouraged positive social interaction among students.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter content through questioning techniques.
  • Fostered an atmosphere that encourages creativity and respect for diversity.
  • Assisted in the supervision of students during recess, lunch, and other activities.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with best practices in education.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance.
  • Monitored student behavior during class time and assisted with discipline issues when necessary.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of lesson plans.
  • Assisted classroom teacher with preparing, typing, copying and filing learning materials.
  • Helped students stow book bags, coats and other items in cubbies and lockers.
  • Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
  • Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
  • Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
  • Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum standards.
  • Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
  • Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Communicated with parents regarding any concerns about their child's behavior on the bus.
  • Ensured students followed school rules while on the bus, such as no loud talking or fighting.
  • Maintained order and discipline among passengers during trips.
  • Maintained records of student attendance, route times, and other related information.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of passengers including helping young children with their safety belts.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of the bus to ensure it was safe for transportation.
  • Inspected interior of the bus regularly for cleanliness and safety hazards.
  • Exhibited expertise of safety and emergency laws and procedures and helped students evacuate quickly and safely upon emergencies.
  • Accompanied driver and children on bus route to keep students safe and protected.
  • Spoke directly with each student to understand pressing needs, concerns or fears.
  • Communicated with bus drivers, teachers and guardians regarding problems or incidents impacting student riders.
  • Implemented process to make sure students exited at correct stop and to proper guardians.
  • Complied with state, local, and federal laws regarding student confidentiality.
  • Supervised routes for trains at railroad crossings and signaled bus drivers appropriately.
  • Coordinated and executed safety drills and directed passengers in evacuation.
  • Reported on daily number of passengers, mileage traveled and fuel consumption.
  • Cleaned buses by removing trash from interior and cleaning windows and floors.
  • Advised passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
  • Opened and closed school bus doors to safely allow for exit and entry.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Secretarial

Robert Morris College
Springfield
05-1990

High School Diploma -

Marquette High School
Ottawa
05-1989

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL

Skills

  • Arts and crafts
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Storytelling
  • Educational assistance
  • Relationship Building
  • Patient
  • Computer Skills
  • Special Education
  • Data Collection
  • Head Start programs
  • Parent Communication
  • IEP familiarity
  • Individualized Educational Plans
  • Safety understanding
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Individual Instruction
  • Supervising Student Activities
  • Classroom Organization
  • Student Health and Safety
  • Behavior Management
  • Behavior improvements
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Skill building support
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Individual Student Assistance
  • Disability Awareness
  • Documentation

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Crafting
  • Cooking
  • Puzzles
  • New places to eat
  • Traveling
  • Fishing
  • Boating

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR 10/13/13
  • Paraprofessional License 05/08/2024
  • CDL 10/13/13

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Lighted Way
05.2023 - Current

Bus Monitor/Teacher's Assistant

Tri County Opportunities Council
10.2013 - 04.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Administrative Secretarial

Robert Morris College

High School Diploma -

Marquette High School

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Illinois Valley Community College
Rene Daniele