Stephanie Del Bianco
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Professional caregiver with strong background in providing comprehensive support services. Adept at fostering collaboration within teams and ensuring needs are met efficiently. Skilled in crisis intervention, emotional support, and daily living assistance. Reliable and adaptable, consistently contributing to positive outcomes for clients and colleagues.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
School and Student Support Worker
Vancouver School Board
09.2011 - Current
- Provides school & student support to assist school as assigned
- Under the direction of a senior member of the team, contributes to the development and implements individual programs and contracts for students who are unable to function in a regular classroom setting
- Evaluates and maintains records of student progress; discusses with team members any changes which may be made to an individual student program
- Supports parent engagement by organizing workshops and events
- Coordinates with community agencies as required
- Organizes and participates in a wide variety of field trips, sports, social, recreational and craft activities
- Supports students in community-based programming such as work experience, travel training, and relevant community outings
- Provides support to students with respect to their social and emotional problems
- Supervises students, as required, and deals with disciplinary problems as they occur
- Prepares instructional aid materials; sets up and operates instructional aid equipment
- Performs other work within the band as assigned
- Support students with Autism, Challenging behaviour, Personal Care, Experience with Social Skills, Positive Support training, Social Emotional Learning, Self-Regulation and Calm down strategies.
- Knowledge and experience with ABA.
- Supporting students that may require a higher level of supervision due to potential flight risk
Early Childhood Educator
SFU Childcare
01.2009 - 08.2011
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
Education
Diploma - Classroom And Community Support Program
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC06-2023
Skills
- 1 Collaboration & Teamwork
- Collaborating with teachers, staff, and external agencies to support students' learning needs
- Working in multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) or support strategies
- Facilitating communication between school staff, parents, and community resources 2 Communication Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication, particularly in explaining complex information to diverse audiences (teachers, students, parents, external agencies)
- Conducting meetings with external professionals (counselors, social workers, etc) to ensure student needs are being met
- Providing clear, empathetic communication with students and families, especially when discussing sensitive topics 3 Student Support & Intervention
- Supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those with special educational needs (SEN), behavioral challenges, or social/emotional difficulties
- Implementing intervention strategies tailored to individual student needs
- Offering one-on-one or small group support in academic, social, or behavioral areas 4 Program Development & Implementation
- Designing and implementing individualized learning plans or interventions for students
- Supporting the integration of specialized programs (eg, behavioral, emotional, or academic interventions) within the classroom setting
- Assisting in the development and execution of school-wide initiatives for student well-being 5 Crisis Management & Conflict Resolution
- Managing difficult or challenging behaviors in a positive, non-confrontational way
- Supporting students in conflict resolution and problem-solving
- Remaining calm and focused during crises, coordinating with external agencies (eg, social services, mental health professionals) when necessary 6 Educational Technology
- Utilizing educational software and technology to enhance classroom learning or student engagement
- Supporting teachers in the use of digital tools for student assessments, remote learning, or classroom management 7 Cultural Competency & Sensitivity
- Supporting a diverse student body by understanding and responding to the unique needs of students from different cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic backgrounds
- Creating inclusive environments that promote respect and equality for all students 8 Assessment & Data Analysis
- Collecting and analyzing student data to monitor progress and inform intervention strategies
- Using assessments to identify students’ strengths and areas for improvement
- Tracking and reporting on student progress, helping inform future teaching and support practices 9 Case Management & Coordination
- Coordinating services for students in collaboration with external agencies (eg, mental health professionals, social services, community programs)
- Organizing and tracking referrals to outside services or support programs
- Managing case files and maintaining confidentiality in line with school and legal policies
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
School and Student Support Worker
Vancouver School Board
09.2011 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
SFU Childcare
01.2009 - 08.2011
Diploma - Classroom And Community Support Program
Douglas College
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