Candi Samuda Blackwood
Bloomfield ,11
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate Education Technician, offering 6 years’ experience in Childcare and Education. I have a passion for creating nurturing environments, implementing educational activities and fostering positive relationships with families. I am committed to promoting a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for children the children in my care to thrive.
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
DODEA Schools
09.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Education Technician GS-05
Child Development Center
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Designed lesson plans and implementing the Early Learning Matters (ELM) curriculum.
- Conducted observations and evaluations of each child's development and maintained those records.
- Supported the children in my care by assisting them with learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance, while developing specialized programs to support those students with special needs.
- Performed daily classroom safety and health checks, to help maintain a secure and healthy learning environment.
- Provided the junior staff with technical guidance and mentorship.
- Actively engage in special projects managed and organized field trips and activities, in accordance with policies and regulations of the Center.
- Sustained clerical and administrative support for the operation of the Child Development programs.
- Completed four weeks opening and closing the Center according to the policy and checklist of the front desk.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Assuming full accountability and prioritizing the safety of the children in my care.
- Always offered attentive care and supervision and assist in creating age appropriate activities.
- Maintained a secure and healthy learning environment.
- Ensured classroom is fully stocked with the necessary educational and arts and crafts materials.
- Supervised children during outdoor activities, special events and field trips.
- Oversaw the arranging of meals times and promoted family style dining.
- Duties
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
Embry Riddle Aeronatical University
09-2027
Skills
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
- Comprehensive knowledge of common software applications and productivity tools
- Solid understanding of computer hardware and basic troubleshooting skills
- IEP compliance
- Learning disabilities support
- Collaboration with teachers
- Progress monitoring
- Instructional support
- Behavioral plan management
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Assistive technology
- Data collection
- Specialized instructional methods
- IEP goals
- Small group support
Certification
- Completed Air Force Modules.
- First Aid and CPR certified.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Child Development Associate certification. (CDA)
- Playground and Safety Supervision certification.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
DODEA Schools
09.2024 - Current
Education Technician GS-05
Child Development Center
01.2021 - 12.2023
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
10.2017 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
Embry Riddle Aeronatical University
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