Susan Moris
Joliet,IL
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Plainfield School District 202
08.2023 - Current
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Assists students ( e.g. Toileting/diapering, feeding supervision, following specific dietary plan, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining student's personal hygiene, self care and nutrition needs.
- Communicates with teacher and a variety of health care professionals for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
Substitute Teacher
Plainfield School District 202
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Unit Secretary
Rush Copley Hospital
11.2008 - 05.2021
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
- Improved unit workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and collaborating with team members to complete assignments in a timely manner.
- Consistently met deadlines for completing administrative tasks while managing competing priorities during high-pressure situations on the unit floor.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Chicago Police Dispatcher
Chicago Police Department
08.2000 - 02.2007
- Handled sensitive situations with professionalism, maintaining confidentiality while collecting necessary information from callers for effective intervention.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to provide support to those involved in emergencies or traumatic events.
- Maintained a calm and reassuring presence during high-pressure situations, ensuring clear communication between callers, officers, and other agencies involved in emergency response.
- Contributed to officer safety by diligently monitoring radio traffic and providing timely status checks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL12.1995
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Verbal and written communication
- Reading instruction
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Plainfield School District 202
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Plainfield School District 202
10.2022 - 08.2023
Unit Secretary
Rush Copley Hospital
11.2008 - 05.2021
Chicago Police Dispatcher
Chicago Police Department
08.2000 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois At Chicago
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