Amari Craig
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated professional in special education and behavior analysis, committed to fostering inclusive learning environments. Experience in mentoring and social work enhances ability to support student growth and facilitate effective communication between home and school. Eager to contribute skills and collaborate within a dynamic educational team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Daniel Wright Jr. High School
Lincolnshire
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated transitions between activities throughout the day.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Facilitated communication between home and school by providing information about student progress and activities at school.
Registered Behavior Technician
KGH Autism Services
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis principles in daily instruction activities.
- Delivered verbal prompts and physical guidance to facilitate understanding.
- Modeled appropriate social behaviors for students and provided constructive feedback.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of behavioral strategies.
- Tracked data and monitored progress of student's goals and objectives.
Team Lift Peer Mentor
Chicago Scholars
Chicago
04.2020 - 01.2024
- Facilitated workshops to develop leadership and academic skills among peers.
- Assessed student needs, connecting individuals with relevant resources and services.
- Maintained accurate records of mentoring sessions and student progress.
- Led group discussions on study skills, college preparation, and career exploration topics.
Social Work Intern
Legal Prep Charter Academy
Chicago
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Facilitated student engagement to offer guidance and resources for college planning.
- Coordinated crisis intervention efforts alongside school counselors and staff.
- Assisted in assessing client needs, strengths, and weaknesses for accurate evaluation.
- Documented meeting sessions through detailed field notes to improve reflection.
- Organized logistics and schedules for teacher-led field trips.
- Enhanced clinical skills by participating in professional development and training.
Student Financial Aid Office Assistant
Luther College
Decorah
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Facilitated student access to funding by assisting with FAFSA and financial aid forms.
- Welcomed visitors and managed inquiries, providing clear information on financial aid policies via phone and email.
- Developed informative materials to boost student engagement with financial aid resources.
- Organized student records through filing, scanning, and mailing for easy retrieval.
- Verified documents and entered data into systems efficiently.
Student Campus Ambassador
Luther College
Decorah
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Engaged prospective students during college visits and open houses to enhance outreach efforts.
- Assisted in organizing workshops and informational sessions, fostering student engagement.
- Conducted market research to identify student needs and preferences for tailored programming.
- Created social media content to promote upcoming campus events effectively.
- Distributed surveys among students to assess satisfaction levels with institutional services.
- Networked with local businesses to establish partnerships and sponsorship opportunities.
Remote School Student Tutor
McNair School of Excellence
Chicago
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Introduced problem-solving techniques and critical thinking strategies to enhance study skills.
- Tracked student progress and reported intervention outcomes to classroom teachers.
- Facilitated curriculum-related group discussions to promote engagement.
- Developed personalized learning plans tailored to diverse student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Luther College
Decorah, IA05-2023
Skills
- IEP Goal Setting
- Behavior Interventions
- Student Support Strategies
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Parent Communication
- Leadership
- Content Creation
Certification
• Substitute Teaching License (SUB)
• Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement (PARA)
• Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement (PARA)
Websites And Social Links - Linked In
linkedin.com/in/amari-craig
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Daniel Wright Jr. High School
02.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
KGH Autism Services
08.2023 - 02.2024
Social Work Intern
Legal Prep Charter Academy
07.2022 - 01.2023
Student Financial Aid Office Assistant
Luther College
08.2021 - 05.2022
Student Campus Ambassador
Luther College
08.2020 - 08.2021
Team Lift Peer Mentor
Chicago Scholars
04.2020 - 01.2024
Remote School Student Tutor
McNair School of Excellence
02.2020 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Luther College