Madonna Forrest
St Andrews,MB
Summary
Dynamic Educational Assistant with a proven track record at Winnipeg School Division, adept at supporting diverse learners, including those with autism spectrum disorders. Skilled in implementing individualized education plans and fostering positive reinforcement strategies, I enhance student engagement and promote social-emotional growth, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Winnipeg School Division
09.2008 - Current
- Supported educators in implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Assisted in developing instructional materials to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated small group activities to reinforce classroom concepts and promote collaborative learning.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to teachers regarding academic and behavioral development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design effective strategies for students with special needs.
- Led initiatives to streamline communication between staff, parents, and support services for student success.
- Evaluated instructional methods and recommended improvements based on best practices in education support.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly, staying current on pedagogical trends and incorporating new strategies into teaching practices.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing instances of bullying or discrimination promptly and effectively.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, address concerns, and develop strategies for academic success.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Education
No Degree - E C E - 1 And 2
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Winnipeg, None09-1993
Skills
- Learning disabilities support
- Teacher support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism spectrum support
- Positive reinforcement
Languages
English
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Winnipeg School Division
09.2008 - Current
No Degree - E C E - 1 And 2
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
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