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Olivia Turner

Ashburn

Summary

Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion focused on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Proficient in employing cosistent communication, positive reinforcement and fostering academic achievement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Adaptive Recreation Supervisor

Loudoun County Government
06.2022 - Current
  • Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
  • Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of [Number] and [Number].
  • Enforced safety procedures and protocols among staff and students to maximize safety.
  • Transitioned participants between activities, rest periods and field trips.
  • Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
  • Supervised groups of up to [Number] children under age [Number] from arrival through departure at end of day.
  • Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
  • Monitored workers for performance, professionalism and service quality.
  • Coordinated supply orders, storage and distribution for program.
  • Helped staff customize plans for specific groups based on age or ability level.

3-5 Self Contained Autism Teacher

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2019 - Current
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
  • Partnered with general education teachers to support individualized student needs in an inclusive setting.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Instructed students with significant physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Assessed student progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans and goals to support areas of improvement.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
  • Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
  • Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.

Attendant Care Provider

Consumer Direct Care
09.2016 - 08.2019
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with regimented medication administration.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.

3-5 Autism TA

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2017 - 07.2019
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Supported individual students in inclusive school settings..
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies: Economics & Sociology

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05-2017

Skills

  • Staff Oversight
  • Instructional Scaffolding
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Specialized Intervention Instruction
  • Behavior Management
  • Relationship building
  • IEP Development and Implementation
  • Team Collaboration and Planning
  • Conflict Resolution Skills
  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention
  • Life skills instruction
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Parent-Teacher collaboration

Timeline

Adaptive Recreation Supervisor

Loudoun County Government
06.2022 - Current

3-5 Self Contained Autism Teacher

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2019 - Current

3-5 Autism TA

Loudoun County Public Schools
08.2017 - 07.2019

Attendant Care Provider

Consumer Direct Care
09.2016 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies: Economics & Sociology

Florida State University

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