Laura Nelson
Deep River
Summary
Dynamic Inclusion Support Assistant at RCDSB with a proven track record in fostering social-emotional growth and delivering personalized educational support. Skilled in relationship building and problem-solving, I effectively coordinated programs and enhanced student engagement, ensuring positive learning outcomes through tailored instruction and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Inclusion Support Assistant
RCDSB
09.2018 - Current
- Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team to support staff and children
- Supported the development and execution of programming for multiple children from K-12
- Developed strong rapport with students and school teams fostering trust and mutual respect to meet the needs of the students
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by facilitating small and whole group lessons using a variety of SEL curriculums
- Supported staff learning by providing resources, modelling, role playing and open discussion
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
After School Skills Development Program Instructor
RCDSB
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Instructed as part of a team online and in person for students from grade 4-12
- Implemented PEERs Program and Everyday Speech
- Successfully coordinated and managed program events, ensuring smooth execution of logistics and positive experiences for all participants involved.
Educational Assistant
RCDSB
09.2008 - 06.2018
Education
Certificate - Autism And Behavioral Science
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, None04-2007
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, None04-2006
Skills
- Strong organization
- Multitasking and time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
Timeline
After School Skills Development Program Instructor
RCDSB
02.2019 - 06.2023
Inclusion Support Assistant
RCDSB
09.2018 - Current
Educational Assistant
RCDSB
09.2008 - 06.2018
Certificate - Autism And Behavioral Science
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
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