Shawntee Wirth
Willits,CA
Summary
Dedicated Ukiah Unified Employee. Caring and compassionate Intervener; finalizing Registered Behavior Technician status. Experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Have worked alongside RBTs and BCBAs for years. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Intervener
Ukiah Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
- Assists students with severe disabilities through Intervention, for successful daily activities and tasks.
- Implements individualized education plans (IEPs) under the direct guidance of the BCBA and Case Manager.
- Supports students in developing appropriate behavior, social skills, and communication abilities through structured activities.
- Provides classroom accommodations and modifications to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
- Collaborates with BCBA, teachers and therapists to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students.
- Diapers/Toilets students, routinely and as needed
- Implements student use of, and navigation/input of PECS (manual and computerized), Pro Lo Quo 2 Go, and other AAC devices
- Implements use of tactile materials, special devices, and equipment by students
- Facilitates development and use of receptive and expressive communication skills
- Implements modifications and assists with accomodations required by IEP and Behavior Intervention Plan
- Adapts educational materials appropriate to the individual needs of the student
- Assists with the assessment of student progress and behavior under the BCBA, PsyD, and Case Manager's direction
- Assists non-ambulatory students with movement from one position to a stander, walker, or wheelchair
- Assists non-ambulatory students in going to the restroom, and sterile cleanup
- Assists non-ambulatory students with tube feeding and reset of tubing device(s), as well as drinking water
- Assists above-age transitioning students with learning and utilizing skills related to independence and occupations
- Operates office equipment, such as: computers, copiers, and laminators
- Assists in teaching lessons
- Operates and instructs others in the use of appliances and equipment used in vocational training programs
Paraprofessional, Moderate to Severe
Ukiah Unified School District
12.2017 - 08.2024
- Promoted a climate for student independence, teacher/student interaction, and classroom socialization
- Assisted students with moderate to severe disabilities in daily activities and tasks.
- Implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) under the guidance of special education teachers.
- Supported students in developing social skills and communication abilities through structured activities.
- Provided classroom accommodations and modifications to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students.
- Diapered/Toileted students routinely, and as needed
- Implemented student use of, and navigation/input of PECS (manual and computerized), Pro Lo Quo 2 Go, and other AAC devices
- Implemented use of tactile materials, special devices, and equipment by students
- Facilitated development and use of receptive and expressive communication skills
- Implemented modifications and assisted with accomodations required by IEP
- Adapted educational materials appropriate to the individual needs of the student
- Assisted with the assessment of student progress and behavior under certificated staff's direction
- Assisted non-ambulatory students with movement from one position to a stander, walker, or wheelchair
- Assisted non-ambulatory students in going to the restroom, and sterile cleanup
- Assisted non-ambulatory students with tube feeding and reset of tubing device(s), as well as drinking water
- Assisted above-age transitioning students with learning and utilizing skills related to independence and occupations
- Operated office equipment, such as: computers, copiers, and laminators
- Assisted in teaching lessons
- Operated and instructed others in the use of appliances and equipment used in vocational training programs
Education
American Red Cross & Autism Partnership Foundation
OnlineAssociates For Transfer To Cal Poly Humboldt - MSW Clinical Psychology
Mendocino College
Ukiah, CASkills
Behavior Analysis
Communication
Data Collection
Collaboration
Crisis Intervention
Behavior Intervention Planning
Documentation & Record Keeping
CPR & First Aid
Caretaking
Time Management
Adaptability & Flexibility
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving
Emotional Support
Integrity
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Teamwork
PECS Knowledge
Pro lo quo 2 go Knowledge
Other AAC Device Knowledge
Office Equipment Operation
Computer Software Operation
Clerical/Record Keeping
Behavior Technician Operations Knowledge
Timeline
Paraprofessional Intervener
Ukiah Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional, Moderate to Severe
Ukiah Unified School District
12.2017 - 08.2024
American Red Cross & Autism Partnership Foundation
Associates For Transfer To Cal Poly Humboldt - MSW Clinical Psychology
Mendocino College
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