Dawn Rosa
Puslinch,ON
Summary
Dynamic educational assistant with extensive experience at Waterloo Region District School Board, adept at implementing ABA strategies and fostering strong interpersonal relationships. Proven ability to enhance student learning outcomes through tailored support and effective communication. Skilled in using Hoyer lifts and orthotics, demonstrating resourcefulness and flexibility in diverse classroom settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ACE Educational Assistant
Waterloo Region District School Board
Cambridge, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
- Supported teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Facilitated small group tutoring sessions to reinforce learning concepts.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to support student needs.
- Maintained student records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Prepared educational materials and resources for classroom activities.
- Monitored student progress and reported concerns to teaching staff.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT, PERM
Clemens Mill Public School
Cambridge, Canada
09.2018 - Current
- Worked with many individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment to prevent accidents and promote health.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy to protect individual's rights and well-being.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to enhance well-being and coping skills.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teachers to address pertinent issues.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Extensive experience with communication devices, orthotics, hoyer lift, 2 person transfer, walkers and standers.
- BMS certified
EDUCATION ASSISTANT, TERM
J.W.Gerth And Groh Public School
Kitchener, Canada
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing their unique academic needs and helping them reach their full potential.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teachers in maintaining a safe learning environment by monitoring student behavior during class transitions and extracurricular activities.
- Engaged students in learning through effective classroom management techniques that promoted active participation and collaboration.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teachers to address pertinent issues.
ABA/IBI THERAPIST PART-TIME
A Balanced Approach
Waterloo, Canada
07.2016 - 11.2016
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Implemented 1:1 therapy sessions in self-regulation, peer relationships and play skills.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT, TERM
Queensmount Public School
Kitchener, Canada
09.2011 - 06.2016
- Provided support to help students learn and grow.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Consistent 1:1 guidance and support for students with ASD, ADHD and ODD.
Education
Autism And Behavioral Sciences -
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener04.2015
Education Assistant -
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener04.2011
Skills
- Hoyer lift and orthotic experience
- ABA/IBI
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex problem-solving initiative
- Interpersonal relations
- Collaboration
- Patience
- Flexibility
- Resourcefulness
- Creativity
- Organization
- Planning
Certification
- BMS trained
- Lift and Transfer training
Timeline
ACE Educational Assistant
Waterloo Region District School Board
09.2024 - Current
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT, PERM
Clemens Mill Public School
09.2018 - Current
EDUCATION ASSISTANT, TERM
J.W.Gerth And Groh Public School
09.2016 - 06.2018
ABA/IBI THERAPIST PART-TIME
A Balanced Approach
07.2016 - 11.2016
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT, TERM
Queensmount Public School
09.2011 - 06.2016
Autism And Behavioral Sciences -
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Education Assistant -
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
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