Tashawn Kinney
Rome,GA
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing student success and classroom efficiency at Rome City Schools through expert behavior management and effective communication. Skilled in providing emotional support and specialized assistance to students with diverse needs. Achieved significant improvements in learning environments by fostering strong relationships and implementing strategic interventions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Specific Paraprofessional
Rome City Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- 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.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Assistant Supervisor
Sunrise Community Inc
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
- Assisted in the development of training materials to ensure a consistent learning experience for new hires.
- Coordinated with day shift supervisor to balance staffing as workloads changed.
- Tracked progress toward departmental goals, adjusting strategies as needed to maximize efficiency.
- Worked closely with other supervisors to create a cohesive, high-performing team that consistently met or exceeded company objectives.
- Maintained safety records and accident reports for human resources.
Cottage Support Staff Member
Murphy Harpst Children's Center
12.2013 - 06.2016
- Promoted healthy habits through meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation according to individual dietary needs.
- Fielded resident issues, complaints and inquiries with professionalism and support, mediating conflicts and encouraging personal growth and learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the cottage support industry.
- Facilitated therapeutic recreation, supporting resident healing with mental, physical and social stimulation through athletic and team-based activities.
- Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while documenting any changes or adverse reactions observed among residents.
- Facilitated group discussions about current events and relevant topics, encouraging open communication among residents within a supportive environment.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety within the cottage setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans that addressed each resident''s unique needs and preferences.
- Maintained confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations while handling sensitive information about resident histories and treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor - Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Data Collection
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom support
- IEP familiarity
- CPR and First Aid
- Student Health and Safety
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Relationship Building
- Emotional Support
Certification
Paraprofessional Gace certification &Clearance Certification 2022
Timeline
Child Specific Paraprofessional
Rome City Schools
08.2019 - Current
Assistant Supervisor
Sunrise Community Inc
05.2018 - 10.2018
Cottage Support Staff Member
Murphy Harpst Children's Center
12.2013 - 06.2016
Bachelor - Applied Behavior Analysis
Capella University
Paraprofessional Gace certification &Clearance Certification 2022
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