Ryan Schiller
Educational Assistant / Child and Youth Worker
Kitchener,ON
Summary
An Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Candidates goal is to seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. This candidate is an Enthusiastic Educational Assistant and Child and Youth Worker eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. This candidate has a clear understanding of a classroom setting as well as how to work as a team and is trained in Social Service Work. This candidate is always motivated to learn, grow and excel within the Waterloo Region District School Board.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Extended Day Level B (Educational Assistant)
Waterloo Region District School Board
Waterloo, ON
01.2022 - Current
- Supported students with exceptionalities by adapting Activity Stations and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Increased parent involvement by maintaining open lines of communication and providing regular updates on students
- Managed resources efficiently by organizing materials, tracking inventory, and preparing resources necessary for daily instruction.
- Promoted safe and inclusive learning environments by addressing instances of bullying or discrimination promptly and effectively.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities such as outer space, 4 seasons and cooperative play
Permanent Educational Assistant Level D
Waterloo Region District School Board
Waterloo, ON
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting cross-curricular connections and deeper understanding of content.
- Implemented data-driven instruction, analyzing assessment results to inform future lesson planning and instructional practices.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
- 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 WRDSB training lessons and Professional development days providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Promoted safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing instances of bullying or discrimination promptly and effectively.
- Coordinated with other staff members to ensure seamless transitions between classes or grade levels for students requiring additional support services.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Enhanced classroom management through implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
Term Educational Assistant Level D LD
Waterloo Region District School Board
Waterloo, ON
9 2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Worked flexible hours
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Worked with Students from client centered points of view allowing them to achieve goals and meet school expectations while also feeling accomplished in school environments.
- Created Mental Health Check-in Charts for students to ensure they were always able to express how they felt throughout daily programming
- Planned and organized Swim to Survive classes as an extended field trip ( Mondays May-June)
- Ran Social Emotional Learning sessions for LD Programming throughout Sept- June 2021 -2022
Supply Child and Youth Worker
Waterloo Region District School Board
Waterloo, ON
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Helping students ( Kindergarten - Grade 8) with development of social and emotional skills
- Supported students with developmental delays and physical impairments
- Connected Families to outside support systems ( Family and children services, front door, kids help line)
- Ensured safety of all students when running activities both inside and outside of school
- Assisted Students with Distance Learning skills
- Assisted teachers within classrooms regarding class work for students, emotional support as well as provided one to one support
- Attended meetings regarding Individualized education plans for specific students
- Attended meeting with Principles, Social Workers, Family and Children Services
- Experienced in de-escalation of intense situations (physical and emotional)
- Record Keeping
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records
- Challenged youth to accomplish motor development goals and inspire love of movement and healthy habits
- Assisted families in developing and maintaining support network by identifying and utilizing community resources and services
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify clients'' emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues requiring intervention or support services
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives, increasing awareness and participation in youth programs
- Evaluated program effectiveness regularly using participant feedback surveys along with other assessment tools leading towards continuous improvements
- Contributed positively towards team collaborations by engaging in regular meetings and sharing insights, enhancing team cohesion
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans
- Introduced students to concepts in algebra and reading to encourage recall of educational content
- Assisted families in navigating social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills
- Used interactive visuals and static worksheets to teach each student algebra and writing techniques
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development
Education
Social Service Working Diploma - Social Service Work
Conestoga College, Social Service Working Program
Kitchener, ON 01.2016 - 2018.05
Skills
Behavioral Support
undefinedCertification
National Coaching Certification Program "Trained" Competitive Coach Level 1
Timeline
Extended Day Level B (Educational Assistant)
Waterloo Region District School Board
01.2022 - Current
Permanent Educational Assistant Level D
Waterloo Region District School Board
09.2021 - Current
Supply Child and Youth Worker
Waterloo Region District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2021
Social Service Working Diploma - Social Service Work
Conestoga College, Social Service Working Program
01.2016 - 2018.05
Term Educational Assistant Level D LD
Waterloo Region District School Board
9 2021 - 06.2022
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