Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Yassmine Adams Adams

LEXINGTON,KY

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Fayette County Public Schools, specializing in child development and individualized education plans. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through effective lesson planning and behavior management. Adept at fostering positive relationships and mentoring peers, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

After School Counselor

Fayette County Board Of Education/Liberty Elem.
LEXINGTON, KY
08.2024 - Current
  • Monitored student behavior during recreational activities and provided appropriate feedback when necessary.
  • Developed lesson plans that aligned with state standards for academic performance levels.
  • Maintained accurate attendance rosters and accounted for program participants during activities.
  • Assisted children with homework and grade-level appropriate studying techniques.
  • Organized and implemented educational activities, such as games, arts and crafts projects, music lessons, sports competitions.
  • Enforced safety rules while maintaining an enjoyable learning environment.
  • Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress reports.
  • Checked after-school environments and equipment for safety and appropriateness.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities.
  • Assisted teachers, guardians and stakeholders in interpreting and understanding student program data.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Fayette County Public Schools/Henry Clay HIgh Sch.
Lexington, KY
02.2012 - Current
  • Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
  • Developed assignments for pupils to apply learning.
  • Set up and assisted with audiovisual equipment operation.
  • Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
  • Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
  • Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
  • Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.

Special Need Counselor

Park And Recreation
Lexington, KY
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Developed individualized education plans for special needs students.
  • Conducted assessments of student's social, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
  • Managed load of multiple cases on consistent basis.
  • Provided supervision and mentorship to junior counselors and counseling interns.
  • Assisted clients with enhancing skills in areas such as job searching, interviewing and business and personal etiquette.
  • Coached educators on how to effectively modify instruction for different learning styles.
  • Actively participated in professional development activities related to special education laws, regulations, and best practices.
  • Obtained or maintained proper licensure or certification to meet state requirements.
  • Attended IEP meetings to provide input regarding current status of students' performance.
  • Utilized evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Documented and filed patient health reports and charts.
  • Advocated for clients' needs within their families, workplaces, and educational institutions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2015

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

Skills

  • Child development
  • Lesson planning
  • Homework assistance
  • Behavior management
  • Attendance tracking
  • Safety enforcement
  • Individualized education plans
  • Activity organization
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Communication strategies
  • Team collaboration
  • Activity coordination
  • Record keeping
  • Educational assessments
  • Mentorship and guidance
  • Crisis intervention
  • Patience and empathy
  • Classroom supervision
  • Team Training
  • Early childhood development
  • Task prioritization

Timeline

After School Counselor

Fayette County Board Of Education/Liberty Elem.
08.2024 - Current

Special Need Counselor

Park And Recreation
05.2024 - 08.2024

Special Education Paraprofessional

Fayette County Public Schools/Henry Clay HIgh Sch.
02.2012 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Eastern Kentucky University