Lori Morrison
Langley
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Assistant offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respite Care Provider
Self Employed Services
09.2019 - Current
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
- Communicated proactively with primary caregivers regarding any changes in client status or condition during respite stays.
- Supported clients emotional well-being by listening empathetically to their concerns and providing reassurance as needed.
- Assisted clients with basic activities of daily living.
- Took clients out in the community and supported them with social interactions.
Special Education Assistant
Langley School District
06.2017 - Current
- Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one support and small group instruction.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Communicated effectively with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and addressing any concerns.
- Increased student independence through the implementation of functional life skills instruction and vocational training programs.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through modeling appropriate behaviors and teaching self-regulation skills.
- Developed professional relationships with school staff to contribute to strong learning community.
Dental Receptionist
Multiple Employers
03.1996 - 04.2017
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing patient inquiries via phone, email, or in-person interactions.
- Provided excellent customer service to create positive experiences and build patient trust.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming reception area for patients, contributing to a positive dental visit experience.
- Handled sensitive situations professionally such as discussing treatment costs or past-due account balances with patients to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues across all roles within the practice.
- Greeted visitors and patients to determine needs, check appointments, and direct accordingly.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Education
No Degree - Special Education Assistant
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Langley, BC06-2017
Skills
- Emotional support
- Hygiene maintenance
- Recreational activities
- Family collaboration
- Autism support
- Personal care assistance
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Safety precautions
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Special Education Assistant certificate
Timeline
Respite Care Provider
Self Employed Services
09.2019 - Current
Special Education Assistant
Langley School District
06.2017 - Current
Dental Receptionist
Multiple Employers
03.1996 - 04.2017
Special Education Assistant certificate
No Degree - Special Education Assistant
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
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