Paraeducator Special Education resume example with 17+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Empathetic Special Education Instructional Aide with exemplary organization and communication skills. Highly competent in planning lessons to promote essential education and life skills in students with varying cognitive diversities. Offering 5 years of experience working with students age 3 to 21.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant since 2003. Diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Skills
Teacher assistance
Activity planning
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Social integration
Educational assistance
Behavior modification
Classroom monitoring
IEP familiarity
Individual instruction
Reporting requirements
Behavioral coaching
Enrichment activities
Maryland IEP requirements
Educational support
Social skills development
Motivating students
Excellent classroom management
Behavioral/cognitive skills development
In-depth knowledge of autism
Competent in Smartboard technology
Job readiness training
Behavioral improvements
Activity oversight
Patient
First aid and CPR certified
Crisis intervention
Crisis management
Safety understanding
Maryland Approved Paraprofessional
Helping with medication
Performing patient intakes
Documentation procedures expert
Monitoring fluids
Medical terminology knowledge
Calm and level-headed under duress
Patient relations
Grooming and bathing assistance
Catheter change and preparation
Collecting vital signs
Infection control procedures
General housekeeping ability
Collecting specimens
Respiratory equipment training
Quick problem solver
Assisting with personal grooming
Understands mobility assistance needs
Valid Maryland driver's license
Reliable transportation
Understands medical procedures
Experience
10/2022 to CurrentParaeducator, Special EducationOxnard Elementary School District | Oxnard, CA,
Served as classroom aide to teachers and worked one-on-one with special needs students age 3 to 21.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
Promoted compliance with Maryland IEP standards in both curriculum development and classroom operations.
Monitored students' progress in skill and personal behavioral development and reported on findings to teachers and parents.
Managed distracting or inappropriate classroom behavior by redirecting student with PBIS (Positive Behavior Incentive System)
Helped teachers manage classroom and workload by preparing lessons and materials for the day.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
Kept over 10 students safe in classroom and outside environments.
Used vast number of teaching strategies in coordination of lesson creation and planning to meet diverse group of students' specific needs.
Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.
Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
09/2018 to 10/2022Paraeducator, Special EducationOxnard Elementary School District | Oxnard, CA,
Served as classroom aide to teachers and worked one-on-one with special needs students age 3 to 21.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
Promoted compliance with Maryland IEP standards in both curriculum development and classroom operations.
Monitored students' progress in skill and personal behavioral development and reported on findings to teachers and parents.
Managed distracting or inappropriate classroom behavior by redirecting student with PBIS (Positive Behavior Incentive System).
Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
Kept over 10 students safe in classroom and outside environments.
Used vast number of teaching strategies in coordination of lesson creation and planning to meet diverse group of students' specific needs.
Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
Worked cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Met with parents to discuss educational outcomes and behaviors while observing and promoting sensitivity to child's condition and needs.
Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.
Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
Helped teachers manage classroom and workload by preparing lessons and materials, leading lessons, and taking data on each student
04/2016 to 04/2017Personal Care AssistantSeven Hills Foundation | East Providence, RI,
During this time I had the honor of providing care for my wonderful Grandparents. I was a live in Personal Care Assistant.
I provided compassionate care for my Nana and Pop.
Worked Doctors to plan meals to meet the nutrition for my Grandparents.
Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
Reported concerns to Doctors and Nurses.
Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and maintained schedules.
Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to Nana and Pop.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Improved Nana and Pop's outlook and daily living through compassionate care and lots of unconditional love.
Observed Nana and Pop for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Aided with mobility and independence for Nana and Pop by continually monitored safety.
Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
10/2003 to 04/2016Certified Geriatric Nursing AssistantMorningside House Of Friendship | City, STATE,
Assisted patients with transportation and mobility needs such as moving between wheelchairs and beds.
Managed residents' activities of daily living.
Supported individuals' desires for dignity by compassionately assisting with personal hygiene.
Kept room spaces, linens and restrooms clean and refreshed with supplies.
Protected patients and staff by consistently following infection control, emergency and security procedures.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
Education and Training
Expected in 07/2018Parapro Certified | Parapro Test Prep CourseAnne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland, GPA:
Expected in 10/2003Certification | Certified Geriatric Nursing AssistantAnne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland, GPA:
Expected in 10/2003Certification | Certified Medication AssistantAnne Arundel Community College, Arnold, NE, GPA:
Expected in 05/1999High School Diploma | Northeast High School, Pasadena, CA, GPA:
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