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Lisa Werner

1-612-***-****

ad32lo@r.postjobfree.com

Elk River, MN 55330

SUMMARY

Resourceful Special Education Paraprofessional with 1 year of experience and 22 years of childcare in the classroom with promoting individualized learning techniques. Certified in first aid and CPR. Dedicated to encouraging and motivating students. A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, and adaptability. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. A hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. A committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

SKILLS

Lesson Plan Implementation

Age-Appropriate Activities

Special Needs Care

CPR Certified

Early Childhood Education

Positive Reinforcement

Child Safety

Child Supervision

Educational Support

Child Advocacy

Group Leadership

Food Preparation and Service

Lesson Planning

Infant Care

Early Childhood Development

Activity Planning

Imaginative Play-Based Learning

Decision-Making

Adaptability and Flexibility

Social and Emotional Development

Child Nutrition

Friendly and Respectful

First Aid Knowledge

Problem-Solving Abilities

Early Childhood Knowledge

Team Building

Active Listening

Child Development

Infant Care and Feeding

Multitasking

Housekeeping Abilities

Documentation and Reporting

Planning and Leading Activities

Sanitation Understanding

Observing and Monitoring Behavior

EXPERIENCE

SpEd Paraprofessional

Anoka, MN

Anoka Hennepin School District/ Oct 2023 to Current Provided one-on-one support to students with special education needs. Developed and implemented instructional strategies to meet the learning needs of special education students.

Implemented positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors.

Participated in staff development activities related to SpEd topics. Utilized appropriate communication methods such as sign language and picture boards when necessary.

Motivated students using feedback and encouragement. Licensed Family Childcare Provider

Elk River, MN

Self-employeed/ Sep 2002 to Aug 2023

Established positive behavior management techniques to encourage appropriate behavior from children.

Ensured compliance with state licensing standards by creating lesson plans and maintaining accurate records of attendance.

Developed age-appropriate activities that promote physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of young children.

Provided assistance with homework assignments or other academic tasks as needed. Created positive relationships with parents through open communication about their child's daily activities.

Implemented creative methods to engage children in learning activities such as games, stories or role playing.

Maintained safe, clean and organized environment for children to learn and play in. Planned special events such as birthday parties or holiday celebrations. Collaborated with other childcare providers in order to create new ideas for activities or lessons.

Read books aloud to groups of children in order to foster literacy skills. Supervised up to 10 children at a time while providing individual attention when needed.

Attended trainings related to early childhood education topics in order stay current on best practices.

Provided nurturing care to infants and toddlers, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.

Responded promptly to any medical emergencies or injuries that occurred during childcare hours.

Fostered self-esteem by recognizing each child's individual strengths and weaknesses. Assisted with the preparation of nutritious meals and snacks for children according to their dietary needs.

Followed strict confidentiality protocols regarding information about the families enrolled in the program.

Encouraged healthy habits such as hand washing before meals or after using the restroom.

Observed and documented each child's progress on an ongoing basis. Organized educational activities such as art projects, music, storytime, outdoor play and field trips for preschoolers.

Maintained safe play environment.

Observed and monitored children's play activities. Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas. Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.

Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.

Dressed children and changed diapers.

Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.

Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.

Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids. Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits. Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from

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Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.

Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.

Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.

Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.

Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Associate of Applied Science: Early Childhood Education Rasmussen University Expected in Jun 2024

Brooklyn Park, MN

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

Enjoy learning new ideas and things to improve my skills in my job. CERTIFICATIONS

CPR, with first aid.

REFERENCES

References available upon request.

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