Didi Risso
Gibraltar,Gibraltar
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought. Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 10+ years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques. Compassionate LSA provides individualized support to students with special needs. Experienced in creating and implementing learning plans and providing one-on-one support in classroom. Engaging personality offers strong task prioritization and time management skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Assistant
Department Of Education
09.2011 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with students through empathy, patience, and understanding of their unique challenges and strengths.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
Private Nanny,
N/A
06.2006 - 08.2011
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Nursery School Teacher
Loreto Convent School
09.1991 - 06.2006
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Encouraged creativity among students by integrating arts-based activities into daily lessons.
Live-Out Nanny
Private Residence
01.1991 - 06.2006
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, ensuring open communication regarding their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in potty training efforts for toddlers while maintaining a patient and supportive approach.
- Resolved conflicts between siblings or peers by employing effective problem-solving techniques promoting harmonious relationships.
- Performed light housekeeping duties relevant to childcare areas ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were maintained consistently.
- Managed daily schedules for children, including meals, playtime, homework assistance, and bedtime routines.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by implementing age-appropriate activities and routines.
- Implemented creative learning opportunities to enhance cognitive growth through arts and crafts projects.
Education
N.N.E.B. - Montessori Childcare And Teacher Diploma
London Montessori College
London07.1991
Skills
- Assistive technology knowledge
- Classroom Management
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Social Skills Development
- Emotional Support
- Feeding Assistance
- Teacher Assistance
- Sensory integration techniques
- IEP familiarity
- Activity Planning
- Motor Skills Development
- Smartboard
Accomplishments
- Managed and help set up a classroom of 30 children age 18mths to 2&1/2 yrs olds , maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- Translated for Spanish-speaking parents and guardians to enfranchise them in childcare options.
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Special Needs Assistant
Department Of Education
09.2011 - Current
Private Nanny,
N/A
06.2006 - 08.2011
Nursery School Teacher
Loreto Convent School
09.1991 - 06.2006
Live-Out Nanny
Private Residence
01.1991 - 06.2006
N.N.E.B. - Montessori Childcare And Teacher Diploma
London Montessori College
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