APRIL L. HORST
Bowling Green
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and over 17 years of experience as a Functional Mental Disability (FMD) Paraeducator across various school districts in Kentucky, Texas, and Ohio. Proven ability to leverage specialized skills and extensive knowledge to support individuals facing mental health challenges. Passionate about advocating for and assisting victims of domestic abuse, fostering resilience and empowerment. Committed to creating safe environments that promote healing and recovery through compassionate care and tailored support strategies.
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Delaware City Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
QUEST PARA
FRIENDSWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Assist students with special needs to include them inside a gen. Ed. classroom.
- Adapt class work as necessary.
INCLUSIONS PARAPROFESSIONAL
WESTWOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Assist students with special needs to include them in a classroom setting.
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
FRANKLIN-SIMPSON HIGH SCHOOL
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Assisted students with special needs in a school setting with everyday activities within the classroom.
- Taught and practiced life skills with students as well as adapt classwork to fit the need for individual students based on their abilities.
- Provided additional instructional assistance for the classroom instructor.
- Administration of medication orally and by tube.
- Maintained data records for students Medicaid billing.
- Annually re-certified to administer medication orally and feeding tube.
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
FRANKLIN-SIMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted children with special needs in a school setting with everyday activities within the classroom.
- Taught and practiced life skills with students as well as adapt classwork to fit the need for individual student based on their abilities.
- Provided additional instructional assistance for the classroom instructor.
- Administration of medication orally and by tube.
- Maintained data records for students Medicaid billing.
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
SOUTH WARREN MIDDLE SCHOOL
10.2009 - 01.2016
- Worked with special needs students in the Functional Mental Disability (FMD) unit.
- Taught and practiced life skills with students as well as adapt classwork to fit the need for individual student based on their abilities.
- Provided additional instructional assistance for the classroom instructor.
- Assisted students with CIC, tube feeding, and toileting.
CLASSROOM TEACHER/CAREGIVER
HAPPY LAND DAYCARE
04.2005 - 10.2009
- Designed and followed a full schedule of activities and provided suitable teaching material.
- Used a range of teaching methods (exercises, stories, drawing, indoor and outdoor games) to enhance children's abilities.
- Maintained a neat and orderly classroom.
- Provided basic care and caregiving activities.
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
SIMPSON COUNTY
08.2002 - 05.2002
- Assisted with classroom activities
- Assisted with class work
- Assisted with restroom/changed brief or garments
- Assisted with feeding
Education
NCRC-SILVER -
NATIONAL CAREER READINESS CERTIFICATION
FRANKLIN, KYHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
SPRINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
SPRINGFILED, TN05-1988
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Mental Health
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester05-2026
Skills
- Administration of Medications
- CPR Certified
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Knowledge of Autism
- Knowledge of Seizures
- Knowledge of Disabilities
- Knowledge of Direct Care and Support
- Time Management
- Office Administration
- Training
- Teaching
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office Products
- Strong Work Ethic
- Adaptability
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Delaware City Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
QUEST PARA
FRIENDSWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
08.2020 - 05.2021
INCLUSIONS PARAPROFESSIONAL
WESTWOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
02.2020 - 08.2020
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
FRANKLIN-SIMPSON HIGH SCHOOL
08.2016 - 02.2019
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
FRANKLIN-SIMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2016 - 08.2016
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
SOUTH WARREN MIDDLE SCHOOL
10.2009 - 01.2016
CLASSROOM TEACHER/CAREGIVER
HAPPY LAND DAYCARE
04.2005 - 10.2009
FMD-PARAEDUCATOR
SIMPSON COUNTY
08.2002 - 05.2002
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
SPRINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
NCRC-SILVER -
NATIONAL CAREER READINESS CERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Mental Health
Southern New Hampshire University