Sarah Gauthier
11 Rue Royea Knowlton,Canada
Summary
Versatile and dedicated HSA with focus on individual needs of students with behaviour and learning difficulties. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Technician
Eastern Townships School Board
Cowansville, Quebec
08.2024 - Current
- Remained current on evidence-based practices in special education through participation in professional development opportunities.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals and objectives, ensuring alignment with current standards and individual student needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student performance data, utilising it to inform future instructional decisions.
- Conducted functional assessments to determine appropriate interventions for challenging behaviours.
Handicapped Student Attendant
Eastern Townships School Board
Knowlton And Sutton, Quebec
11.2021 - 06.2024
- Supervise students during recess, lunch, and special events
- Participate in parent-teacher meetings
- Meet with Support staff, Psychoeducator and Crisis Intervention Staff to make and update plans for students
- Take notes of observations and crisis reports on students to update their files
- Work with students one-on-one in and out of classroom to work on class materials and update schedules with emotion-based learning and activities
- Aid teachers with day-to-day tasks to facilitate students' needs
- Meet with Resource Teachers to make Watch Plans and IEPs
- Interact and support coded students with Autism and ODD, as well as other students who exhibit behaviours that need to be followed
- Assisted teachers with classroom management, helping maintain an organised and efficient learning space.
- Supported teachers in addressing diverse learning styles by introducing alternative teaching methods or materials when necessary.
- Implemented behaviour modification strategies as needed, promoting a respectful learning atmosphere for all students.
- Supported students with special needs, adapting strategies to facilitate their academic progress.
Daycare Provider
Self-Employed
Knowlton, Quebec
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development
- Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
- Enforced rules and managed behaviour through developmentally appropriate discipline
Education
AEC - Special Care Counselling
Champlain Saint-Lambert
Saint-Lambert, QC 05.2001 -
Professional Development Training -
ETSB
Knowlton 01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
McGill University
Montreal, QC 09.2009 - 06.2013
DEC - Psychology
Champlain Regional College
Saint-Lambert, QC 09.2007 - 06.2009
Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
Child development
Interpersonal Communication
Counseling students
Classroom organization
Timeline
Special Education Technician
Eastern Townships School Board
08.2024 - Current
Professional Development Training -
ETSB
01.2022 - Current
Handicapped Student Attendant
Eastern Townships School Board
11.2021 - 06.2024
Daycare Provider
Self-Employed
03.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
McGill University
09.2009 - 06.2013
DEC - Psychology
Champlain Regional College
09.2007 - 06.2009
AEC - Special Care Counselling
Champlain Saint-Lambert
05.2001 -
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