Danielle McConnell
Ottawa
Summary
Dedicated educational assistant with a strong background at Limestone District School Board, adept at implementing individualized education plans and fostering student engagement. Skilled in behavioral support and communication, I excel in creating positive learning environments that promote academic success for diverse learners. Committed to enhancing independence and personal development in all students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Limestone District School Board
01.2022 - Current
- Supported classroom activities by assisting teachers with lesson preparation and material organization.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing student engagement and understanding of subject matter.
- Implemented individualized education plans, promoting academic success for students with diverse learning needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Direct Support Professional
Community Living Kingston
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal development.
- Implemented individualized care plans, adapting strategies to meet specific client needs.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
- Facilitated social and recreational activities, enhancing community integration for clients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario06-2028
Certificate - Community And Disability Rehabilitation
Lethbridge College
Lethbridge06-2015
Skills
- Learning disabilities support
- Teacher support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism spectrum support
- Behavioral support
- Positive reinforcement
- Early childhood education
- CPR and first aid
- Calm and patient demeanor
- IEP implementation
- Organization skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Limestone District School Board
01.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Community Living Kingston
10.2019 - 06.2021
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Algonquin College
Certificate - Community And Disability Rehabilitation
Lethbridge College