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
Shakopee, MN
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
Savage, MN
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
Wayzata, MN
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