KAREN HEMESATH
San Diego
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional with a proven track record at South Bay Union School District, adept in behavior management and learning disabilities support. Excelled in creating supportive environments, significantly enhancing student engagement through collaboration and specialized strategies. Skilled in crisis intervention and instructional support, fostering notable progress in challenging settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
South Bay Union School District
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Trumpet Behavioral Health
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
Teacher
Playas Elementary School
01.2011 - 03.2020
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Iberoamericana Tijuana
Tijuana, Mexico12.2010
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Learning disabilities support
- IEP compliance
- Collaboration with teachers
- Progress monitoring
- Instructional support
- Behavioral plan management
- Crisis intervention
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Social and group settings
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
South Bay Union School District
07.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
04.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Behavioral Technician
Trumpet Behavioral Health
07.2022 - 04.2023
Teacher
Playas Elementary School
01.2011 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Iberoamericana Tijuana
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