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KIMBERLY RENEE ALLEN

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Summary

Strong interpersonal skills, well organized and detailed oriented, quick learner and focused team player. Capable of addressing problems or issues and implementing solutions which provide a high level of satisfaction. Strong communication skills with staff, residents, patients and visitors.

Experienced with providing instructional support to students with special needs. Utilizes effective communication and collaborative skills to foster supportive learning environment. Knowledge of behavior management techniques and individualized education plans.

Special Education Support Specialist with strong background in fostering inclusive learning environments. Skilled in behavior management, individualized instruction, and supporting diverse needs. Known for effective collaboration with educators and flexibility in dynamic situations. Highly reliable with focus on achieving positive outcomes for students.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Highroad of Naperville
11.2020 - Current
  • Supported classroom activities by assisting teachers with lesson implementation and student engagement.
  • Facilitated small group instruction, reinforcing learning objectives and promoting academic growth.
  • Assisted in the development of individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse learners.
  • Collaborated with educators to adapt materials for students with special needs, enhancing accessibility.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.

Patient Safety Technician/PRN

Kishwaukee/Northwestern Medicine
07.2017 - 11.2017
  • Call nursing supervisor at the beginning of my shift for instructions where to report.
  • Get report from previous sitter.
  • Observe patient for safety at all times.
  • Assist if able, otherwise call a nurse.
  • Chart on patient as directed.
  • Report any odd behavior or any sudden change in patient.
  • Give full report to next team member when your shift ends.

Patient Care Technician

Kishwaukee/Northwestern Medicine Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2017
  • Huddle and receive assigned patients.
  • Get hand off report from previous PCT
  • Daily Vitals
  • Perform EKG’s
  • Bladder Scans
  • IV removal
  • Foley removal
  • Glucose testing
  • Answer call lights
  • Take care of assigned patients through my shift.
  • Communicate with patient, Nursing Supervisor and Nurse assigned to patient.
  • Chart vitals, hygiene care, input/output, linen change, etc.
  • Hand off to the next PCT at the end of my shift.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oak Crest Retirement Center
07.2016 - 02.2017
  • Listen to taped report. Received instructions from the nurse, sign out portable phone.
  • Assist personal care residents.
  • Scheduled shower, hygiene appointments with residents and complete by the scheduled time.
  • Assist resident with dressing and prepare for dinner.
  • By wheelchair or ambulating take residents who require assistance to and from dinner.
  • Deliver clean laundry/take soiled laundry to the appropriate area.
  • Daily Vital Signs
  • Help residents with evening care such as catheters, c paps, oxygen, remove teds, etc.
  • Make sure residents have adequate supplies such as depends, toiletries, etc.
  • Door locks through the whole building, turn off light panels and complete nightly flow sheets and charting.
  • Call residents that have prescriptions that are ready to be picked up at the nurses station.
  • Finish unit tasks and report significant findings to the nurse.
  • Collect all garbage or spoiled food.
  • Set alarms throughout the building on first, second and third floors/garages.

Preschool Teacher

United City of Yorkville
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Prepared daily lesson plans each month. Helped children develop and communicate on skills.
  • Assisted children with improving small and large motor skills.
  • In charge of budgeting, scheduling and timecards.
  • Planned and prepared holiday events and field trips.
  • Maintained open communication with all stakeholders.

Education

Kishwaukee College
01.2016

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American Heart Association
01.2018

CNA Manual Performance Skill Examination

Illinois Department of Public Health
01.2016

State approved CNA Training

01.2016

Skills

  • Effective behavior management
  • Clear communication
  • Supporting students with special needs
  • Individual and small group support
  • Educational support
  • Empathetic listener
  • Disability inclusion knowledge
  • Effective parent communication

Interests

  • Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
  • Gym Workouts
  • Volunteer Work
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Highroad of Naperville
11.2020 - Current

Patient Safety Technician/PRN

Kishwaukee/Northwestern Medicine
07.2017 - 11.2017

Patient Care Technician

Kishwaukee/Northwestern Medicine Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oak Crest Retirement Center
07.2016 - 02.2017

Preschool Teacher

United City of Yorkville
01.2007 - 01.2012

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American Heart Association

CNA Manual Performance Skill Examination

Illinois Department of Public Health

State approved CNA Training

Kishwaukee College

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