Danielle Costa
Merrillville
Summary
Accomplished Paraprofessional and Respite Caregiver with a proven track record in fostering student success and providing emotional support. Skilled in effective communication and disability awareness, enhanced learning environments at Northwest Indiana Special Education Cooperative, and ensured client well-being at Globe Star. Demonstrates exceptional teacher support and individual assistance, driving positive outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Northwest Indiana Special Education Cooperative
11.2020 - Current
- Oversees students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Promotes a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Assists in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Promotes a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Implements behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Improves classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervises students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhances student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Respite Caregiver
Globe Star
09.2020 - Current
- Provides care for an individual who is unable to care for himself.
- Provides emotional support and companionship to individual, fostering a nurturing and trusting environment.
- Provides assistance with personal needs such as bathing, toileting, and dressing.
- Manages household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and light housekeeping, enabling a clean and comfortable living environment for my client.
- Transfers individual to and from activities according to the individual's service plan.
- Administers medication as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Allows and encourages the individual to do as much of their own care as possible.
Footwear Specialist
Dick's Sporting Goods
05.2012 - Current
- Makes sure every customer is greeted and felt comfortable browsing and asking questions.
- Assists athletes with fitting them with the appropriate shoes.
- Shares product knowledge with customers and makes personal recommendations.
- Provides training to new associates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05.2009
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Teacher Support
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Reading and Writing Support
Additional Information
References
- Jessica Uporsky
juporsky@mvsc.k12.in.us
(219) 617-5266
- Kimberly Falls
kjdrapac@gmail.com
(219) 781-7942
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Northwest Indiana Special Education Cooperative
11.2020 - Current
Respite Caregiver
Globe Star
09.2020 - Current
Footwear Specialist
Dick's Sporting Goods
05.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana University Northwest