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Becky Matthews

St. Thomas,ON

Summary

Dynamic and empathetic Educational Assistant with extensive experience at TVDSB, adept at fostering positive learning environments and tailoring instructional strategies to meet individual needs. Skilled in problem-solving and maintaining calm under pressure, with up-to-date BMS training. Proven track record in improving student comprehension and supporting special needs students.

Experienced with assisting in classroom settings and supporting educational processes. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to enhance student learning. Knowledge of educational tools and strategies to support diverse student needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Temporary Educational Assistant-Transitions Class

TVDSB-Saunders Secondary
10.2024 - Current
  • LTA
  • Built trusted relationships with staff and students using strong listening skills, empathy, patience, humour, integrity and engagement skills.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making
  • worked with individual students with challenging behaviours and barriers in a positive environment
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.

Temporary Educational Assistant-High Behaviours DE

TVDSB-Arthur Voaden SS
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • LTA
  • DE Classroom with 6 students and 7 staff-high behavious and SIP
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Assisted with toileting, feeding, diaper and clothing changing.
  • Daily written communication with families

Temporary Educational Assistant-ASD Grade 1

TVDSB-Elgin Court PS
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • LTA
  • Grade one student integrated with level 2 ASD
  • Worked daily and diligently to ensure student felt included in daily classroom activities.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Modeled positive behaviour
  • Daily goal to ensure the student had a wonderful and enriching day
  • Toileting-diaper changing

Temporary Educational Assistant-High Behaviour FDK

TVDSB-Elgin Court
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • LTA
  • Immediately worked to build a positive and affective bond with student with complex behaviour needs.
  • Assisted in other areas of the classroom when able. FDK is a busy place!
  • Maintained flexibility with learning goals for the student.
  • Ensured student was included when possible


Temporary Educational Assistant-various

TVDSB-Elgin Court
12.2023 - 01.2024
  • LTA
  • Responded to the schools needs by working with students on an as needed basis.
  • Worked with a student with Downs Syndrome, Assisted with a lift for a medically fragile student. Was taught how to clean/change a colostomy bag.

Student Support Supervisor

TVDSB
02.2012 - 01.2024
  • Supervised children at lunch time and in the hallways to ensure safety and that they were eating their lunch
  • Supervised children at recess time and ensured they were playing in a safe
    manner
  • Assisted students with conflict resolution
  • Provided feedback to teachers of admin regarding issues or needs for children
  • Established caring and trusting relationships with staff and students

Childcare Program Supervisor

YWCA
08.2011 - 01.2024
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members, students and their families.
  • Developed, implemented and facilitated a before and after school program ages 4-12.
  • Collaborated with internal teams, co-workers and families to develop Individual Support Plans as necessary.
  • Adhered to How Does Learning Happen? pedagogy model. Focusing on well-being, engagement, expression and belonging.
  • Proven experience caring for children with ADHD, ODD, FASD, ASD


Education

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology

University Of Toronto
Toronto, ON
06-1997

Skills

    I am very patient, adaptable and empathetic

    I have the ability to problem solve quickly and I am a great listener with a great sense of humour

    I learn quickly, I am always up for an adventure and I love what I do for a career!

    I have solid understanding of visuals and ABA

    My BMS is up-to-date- January 2024

    I have Mental Health First Aid Certificate-November 2023

Timeline

Temporary Educational Assistant-Transitions Class

TVDSB-Saunders Secondary
10.2024 - Current

Temporary Educational Assistant-High Behaviours DE

TVDSB-Arthur Voaden SS
09.2024 - 10.2024

Temporary Educational Assistant-ASD Grade 1

TVDSB-Elgin Court PS
09.2024 - 09.2024

Temporary Educational Assistant-High Behaviour FDK

TVDSB-Elgin Court
01.2024 - 06.2024

Temporary Educational Assistant-various

TVDSB-Elgin Court
12.2023 - 01.2024

Student Support Supervisor

TVDSB
02.2012 - 01.2024

Childcare Program Supervisor

YWCA
08.2011 - 01.2024

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology

University Of Toronto

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