Ali Stathers
Vancouver
Summary
A dedicated Special Education Assistant with over 5 years of experience and a strong background in behaviour, social skills training, and assistive technology. I am committed to fostering positive relationships and creating inclusive environments that promote growth and independence for all learners.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Assistant
Handsworth Secondary School
09.2023 - Current
- Supporting diverse learners by adapting instructional strategies for complex needs.
- Implemented Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals for students, utilizing strong organization and instructional skills.
- Managed crisis situations calmly, maintaining safety protocols while supporting the well-being of affected students during challenging moments within the school day.
- Established trust & rapport with students and coworkers through effective communication skills.
- Developing resources using Clicker 8 and other programs for higher-needs students requiring adapted learning material.
- Guiding students on community outings fostering life skills and social awareness.
- Administering students' physiotherapy, medication, and personal care needs with attention to detail, empathy, and discretion.
Online and In-Person Distributed Learning Services
ABA Learning Centre
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Implemented targeted teaching strategies to enhance students' social-emotional skills, executive functioning, and independence.
- Implementing mindfulness techniques and body breaks to help manage stereotypies.
- Teaching self-monitoring skills within a plan created by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.
Special Education Assistant
Lynnmour Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted teachers by engaging students, addressing individual needs, and managing behaviours in the classroom.
- Implemented strategies to support children with autism using visual schedules, sensory breaks, social stories, and structured routines.
- Administered care to students with Type 1 diabetes, including monitoring blood glucose levels, providing insulin injections, and managing dietary needs.
Behaviour Interventionist
In-Home Support for a 16 Y/o Male
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Implemented targeted teaching strategies to enhance students' social-emotional skills, executive functioning, and independence.
- Teaching self-monitoring skills within a behaviour plan created by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.
Lead Behaviour/Education Interventionist
ABA Learning Centre
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Often acting in a teaching role and implementing lessons as planned by the teacher.
- Enforcing firm boundaries through classroom management strategies.
- Using ABA principles adapted to a natural environment to support students with challenging behaviours.
- Recording data based on IEP goals using a token system.
Behaviour Interventionist
Online Distributed Learning for a 16 Y/o Female
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Teaching functional math skills (currency and calculator usage), reading skills for comprehension, practice filling out forms to work on personal information and fine motor skills, and social emotional learning skills.
- Implementing mindfulness techniques and body breaks to help manage stereotypies.
Junior Behaviour Interventionist
ABA Learning Centre
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Teaching skills using prompt levels and play-based learning in a preschool environment.
- Implementing ABLLS targets using Intensive Teaching and Natural Environment Teaching methods.
- Observing and recording evidence of behaviours by collection of ABC Data.
Administrative Assistant/Office Clerk
BAKER TILLY WM LLP
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Handling reception duties: greeting clients and visitors, operating the switchboard, and managing taxi vouchers
- Office clerk duties: purchasing supplies, data entry, document scanning, and event planning
- Ensured client privilege by maintaining top-tier information security
Support Worker (Practicum)
STRIVE LIVING SOCIETY
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Supported individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities integrate into the community
- Helping with meal preparation, household cleaning, and supporting client ADLs
- Assisting the House Manager with updating protocols and documents on ShareVision
Education
Community Support Worker/Social Services Diploma -
Sprott Shaw College
Vancouver, BC09.2019
Administrative Assistant Program -
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC12.2013
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Autism support
- Inclusion strategies
- Emotional regulation
- Visual supports
- Social skills training
- Life skills development
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Assistive technology
- Proficient in Microsoft office suite
Certification
- Ukeru systems training
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training
- Emergency Child Care First Aid CPR/AED Level B
- Class 5 driver's license
Training
- District Mini-Workshop: Inclusive & Functional Programming for Elementary Students with ASD, POPARD
- Family School Liaison: Social Skills in the Home, School, and Community (1 hour workshop), POPARD
- An Introductions to Social Skills Interventions (2-day super workshop), POPARD
- Introduction to Contemporary ABA and Autism Workshop, ABA Learning Centre
- Clicker 8
- Boardmaker
Timeline
Special Education Assistant
Handsworth Secondary School
09.2023 - Current
Special Education Assistant
Lynnmour Elementary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Behaviour Interventionist
In-Home Support for a 16 Y/o Male
09.2022 - 06.2023
Online and In-Person Distributed Learning Services
ABA Learning Centre
09.2020 - 08.2023
Lead Behaviour/Education Interventionist
ABA Learning Centre
09.2020 - 06.2022
Behaviour Interventionist
Online Distributed Learning for a 16 Y/o Female
09.2020 - 01.2022
Junior Behaviour Interventionist
ABA Learning Centre
08.2019 - 03.2020
Support Worker (Practicum)
STRIVE LIVING SOCIETY
07.2019 - 07.2019
Administrative Assistant/Office Clerk
BAKER TILLY WM LLP
01.2014 - 01.2020
Community Support Worker/Social Services Diploma -
Sprott Shaw College
Administrative Assistant Program -
Vancouver Community College
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