Karmen Rivard
Cowichan Bay,British Columbia
Summary
Accomplished Education Assistant at SD79, adept in classroom support and behavior management, significantly enhancing student safety and participation. Leveraged creativity and innovation for educational support, fostering social integration. Proven track record in mentoring, with a focus on achieving individual student goals and fostering a positive learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Assistant
SD79
02.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Crisis Counselor
CWAVS
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided timely assistance to individuals in crisis, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to establish rapport quickly.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
- Managed high-stress situations with a calm demeanor, providing the necessary support to both clients and team members during challenging times.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
Community Support Worker
Cedars at Cobble Hill
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed, deescalating situations while prioritizing the safety of all involved parties.
- Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
Education
Education Assistant And Community Support -
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC06.2022
Skills
- Teacher Assistance
- Classroom support
- Creativity and Innovation
- Educational Support
- Behavior Management
- Social development and integration
- Social integration
- Individual Instruction
- IEP familiarity
- Mentoring students
Languages
English
Timeline
Crisis Counselor
CWAVS
10.2021 - 01.2023
Education Assistant
SD79
02.2021 - Current
Community Support Worker
Cedars at Cobble Hill
02.2021 - 12.2022
Education Assistant And Community Support -
Vancouver Island University
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