Karly Knudsen
Aldergrove,B.C.
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology using a trauma informed approach.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Surrey School District
09.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Served as a mentor for new educational assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance throughout their first years in the role.
- Coordinated with other staff members to ensure seamless transitions between classes or grade levels for students requiring additional support services.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Education
Youth Justice Diploma - Youth Justice
Douglas College
Coquitlam06.2023
Special Education Assistant Certificate - Special Education Assistant
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Langley, BC06.2018
Skills
- Trauma informed
- Hanley Trained
- Low Arousal Trained
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Flexible
- Patient
- Understanding
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Surrey School District
09.2018 - Current
Youth Justice Diploma - Youth Justice
Douglas College
Special Education Assistant Certificate - Special Education Assistant
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
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