Talia Grinnell
Mission Viejo
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver and paraeducator with a strong background in de-escalation, personal care, and special needs support. Experienced in high-stress environments and committed to safety, teamwork, and delivering critical care. Currently preparing to begin EMT training in June 2025, with long-term goals in fire service and emergency response.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator 4
Capistrano Unified School District
09.2021 - Current
- Seizure monitoring, VNS and emergency medication implementation as needed.
- Support implementation of IEPs and personalized learning plans.
- Apply behavior management and de-escalation strategies in classroom environments.
- Collaborate with educators and specialists to promote student independence.
Paraeducator 4
Strategic Kids
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of students in special education settings.
- Provided care and educational support to students with diverse learning needs.
- Managed emotional and behavioral challenges using empathy and structure.
Caregiver
Qualicare Family Homecare
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Delivered Alzheimer's care and brain therapy to elderly clients.
- Provided one-on-one support for 2-3 clients daily in their homes.
Caregiver
Mount of Olives Adult Day Center
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Assisted seniors with dementia, personal care, mobility, and cognitive support.
- Documented monthly evaluations and maintained patient dignity and comfort.
Education
General Education -
Trabuco Hills High School
Skills
- Emergency prepardness
- Student and Patient Care
- Behavior Management &De-escalation
- Personal & Alzheimer's Care
- Team Communication
- Compassionate Problem-Solving
- Physical Stamina & Work Ethic
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification, 06/02/25
- CPR / First Aid, 2014
- Crisis Prevention & De-escalation Techniques
- Seizure First Aid
Timeline
Paraeducator 4
Capistrano Unified School District
09.2021 - Current
Paraeducator 4
Strategic Kids
09.2020 - 08.2021
Caregiver
Qualicare Family Homecare
04.2017 - 08.2017
Caregiver
Mount of Olives Adult Day Center
09.2014 - 04.2017
General Education -
Trabuco Hills High School
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