Summary
Creative, resourceful and flexible, able to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Experience
Behavioral Interventionist
Parkland Preparatory Academy • Plainfield, IL 09/2022 - Present Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies. Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation. Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals. Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts. Provided emotional support to students and families. Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations. Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
Behavior Interventionist
C.O.R.E Academy • Plainfield, IL 01/2022 - 08/2022 Provide instructional reinforcement under the direction of the classroom teacher in executing lesson plans Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students
Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community, following and upholding school rules and standards
Safely supervise students in both instructional and assessment activities in and out of the classroom Participate in planning sessions with the learning team, communicating with parents and school officials as needed
Paraprofessional
Plainfield North High School • Plainfield, IL 09/2021 - 01/2022 Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships. Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors. Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress. Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Residential Direct Care Staff
Sequel Youth and Family Services • Aurora, IL 07/2017 - 08/2021 Developed and implemented comprehensive individualized treatment plans for high-risk clients in residential setting.
Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance. Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations. Facilitated group counseling sessions to help clients address issues of substance abuse, anger management and interpersonal relationships.
Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies. Jordan Banks
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Yorkville, IL
Skills
Crisis Management, Crisis Intervention, Excellent Communication, Self Motivation, Punctuality, Personable, Exceptional oral and written communication skills, Time management Education
Psychology
Waubonsee Community College • Sugar Grove, IL 05/2012 Social Work
Lewis University • Romeoville, IL