Whitney Mornson
Shakopee ,MN
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in special education and hands-on experience gained through field experience and student teaching. Hard worker who demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start a career in special education and show the ability not the disability in students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Accra Home Care
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Personal Care Assistant
Designing Dreams
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering positive relationships and trust.
- Adapted care plans to meet individual client needs, demonstrating flexibility and personalized service delivery.
- Advocated for client needs and preferences, facilitating better outcomes through active engagement in their care plans.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Student Teacher
Wayzata School District
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards to enhance student engagement.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assisted in assessing student progress and adapting instruction based on individual needs.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Shakopee Public Schools
11.2014 - 01.2026
- Supported classroom management by fostering positive student behavior and engagement.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce curriculum concepts and enhance understanding.
- Adapted learning materials to meet specific needs of students with disabilities.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Utilized assistive technology tools strategically in order to facilitate increased independence among students with diverse learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05-2026
Associate of Science - O
Normandal l
Bloomington, MN05-2026
Cinema Production
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MN05-2011
Skills
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Individual education plans ieps
Small group instruction
Relationship building
Lesson planning
Collaborative teamwork
IEP and BIP implementation
Non-violent crisis intervention
IEP development
Individualized instruction
Special education
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Accra Home Care
02.2026 - Current
Student Teacher
Wayzata School District
01.2026 - 05.2026
Personal Care Assistant
Designing Dreams
01.2021 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Shakopee Public Schools
11.2014 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Associate of Science - O
Normandal l
Cinema Production
Minneapolis Community And Technical College