Daniela Ellis
Summary
Compassionate and experienced education and emotional support professional with over 10 years of experience supporting children and youth within school settings. Skilled in behavioural support, emotional regulation, social-emotional development, and inclusive education practices. Passionate about supporting students with diverse learning, behavioural, and emotional needs using a strength-based and relationship-focused approach. Experience collaborating with school-based teams and families to foster student success and well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Educator & Parent
Homeschooling
01.2021 - 2024
- Provided individualized education and emotional support within a home learning environment
- Supported my children with executive functioning, emotional regulation, and learning challenges
- Developed strong skills in adaptability, communication, organization, and individualized learning support
- Continued professional development in ADHD, anxiety, behaviour support, and parent coaching approaches
Special Education Assistant
Langley School District
Langley, BC
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Supported students with behavioural, emotional, social, and learning challenges within inclusive classroom settings
- Assisted students in developing coping, emotional regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Implemented individualized support strategies in collaboration with teachers, counselors, and support staff
- Built strong, trusting relationships with students using a compassionate and strength-based approach
- Supported students with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and diverse learning needs
- Assisted with behaviour intervention plans and proactive classroom support strategies
- Supported students during periods of escalation using calm and supportive de-escalation techniques
- Encouraged student independence, confidence, and positive peer interactions
- Fostered safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments
- Collaborated with families and school-based teams to support student success
Nanny
Fort Langley, BC
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided full-time care and developmental support for a child from infancy to preschool age
- Supported emotional development, communication, routines, and social learning
- Assisted with activities including swimming, gymnastics, and early learning experiences
- Taught basic sign language and supported developmental milestones
Server
Earls Restaurant
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Developed strong communication, multitasking, and customer service skills in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, adaptability, and responsibility
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Trinity Western University
Langley, BC07.2026
Special Education Teacher Assistant (SETA) Program -
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Langley, BC06.2013
Skills
- Behavioural and emotional support
- Anxiety and emotional regulation support
- De-escalation and regulation strategies
- ADHD and neurodiversity support
- Strength-based and relationship-focused care
- Social-emotional learning support
- Inclusive education practices
- Student relationship-building
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Behaviour intervention support
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Homeschool Educator & Parent
Homeschooling
01.2021 - 2024
Special Education Assistant
Langley School District
01.2013 - 01.2021
Nanny
01.2010 - 01.2013
Server
Earls Restaurant
01.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Trinity Western University
Special Education Teacher Assistant (SETA) Program -
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Additional Professional Training
- ADHD/Executive Function Parent Coach Training – Cindy Goldrich (currently completing certification; anticipated completion August 2026)
- ADDCA ADHD Coach Training Program – beginning September 2026
- SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) Training – scheduled for December 2026
- Anxiety and Emotional Regulation Training – Lynn Lyons (PESI)
- Introduction to Applied Behaviour Analysis – Kwantlen Polytechnic University (2013)