Leah Weikel
Owensboro,KY
Summary
Dedicated EBD Special Education Assistant at Daviess County Public Schools, skilled in developing adaptive curricula and enhancing social skills. Leveraged patience and empathy to implement effective behavioral strategies, significantly improving student engagement and IEP compliance. Proven ability to document progress and collaborate with educators for tailored learning experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
EBD Special Education Assistant
Daviess County Public Schools
07.2017 - Current
- Guided students in enhancing social interactions through planned activities.
- Developed customized behavioral intervention strategies to enhance student conduct.
- Collaborated with teachers to modify lesson plans, ensuring accessibility for students with diverse learning needs.
- Enhanced interaction between students and teachers, improving clarity and involvement in educational activities.
- Documented student progress and challenges, contributing to effective progress monitoring for individualized education plans.
Ototech
Midwest ENT
03.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted in fitting and adjusting hearing aids for optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on audiology equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients on hearing loss and available treatment options.
- Administered hearing tests and interpreted results for patient consultations.
- Supported audiologists during diagnostic evaluations and procedures.
- Maintained inventory of audiology supplies and equipment.
- Trained new staff on standard operating procedures and best practices.
Home Healthcare Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted clients with transportation to appointments, ensuring timely arrivals and safe travel.
- Coordinated medication schedules, ensuring clients adhered to prescribed regimens.
- Assisted clients with routine activities, fostering independence and confidence.
- Monitored health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
Education
Nursing
Owensboro Community And Technical College
Owensboro, KYSkills
- Life skills teaching
- Patience and empathy
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom management
- Emotional regulation
- Teacher assistance
- Adaptive curriculum
- Visual supports
- Documentation
- Social skills training
- Data collection
- Sensory integration
- Educational assistance
- IEP compliance
- Behavior improvements
Timeline
EBD Special Education Assistant
Daviess County Public Schools
07.2017 - Current
Ototech
Midwest ENT
03.2015 - 08.2016
Home Healthcare Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
02.2015 - 08.2016
Nursing
Owensboro Community And Technical College