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Katie Z. - Portland Special Needs Caregiver

Profile of Katie Z.

Full-Time, 2 Years of Experience

I am a para-educator currently working Monday-Friday in a kindergarten/first grade autism classroom at an elementary school in North Poland. Our school year ends July 6th. I have been assistant teaching general education and special needs students for the last two years, but I've been working with children in other capacities for six years.

I absolutely love my job, and my passion for working with special needs students is what drives me to constantly challenge and educate myself to better assist the children I work with.

I'm going to school to be a special education teacher, specializing in autism.

I hope to hear from you, and I'll be happy to address any questions you may have regarding experience and references.

I don't have a car, but I have a driver's license and spotless driving record. I can get almost anywhere by bus/Max, and I can also get a ride if needed!
Related Hobbies and Interests
Art and music therapy, outdoor and indoor activities to refine motor skills. I have fun with everything, so let me know what your child enjoys!
Profile Details:
  • Female
  • 24 years old
  • 2 years of experience
Additional Details:
  • Has own transportation and willing to travel up to 3000 miles
  • Non-smoker
  • Willing to care for sick children
  • Average hourly rate is $5 to $10
  • Available on short notice (Care-on-Call)
  • Not interested in working as a live-in care provider

Experienced With Age Groups:
Infant (up to 12 months) Adult (18-64 years)
Youth (1-11 years) Senior (65+)
Teen (12-17 years)
Average User Rating : (based on 0 reviews)
Diagnoses Experience:
Social, Emotional, Behavioral ADD,  ADHD,  Aspergers,  Autism,  Autism Spectrum Disorder,  Sensory Integration Disorder,  Tourette Syndrome
Physical Cerebral Palsy,  Deafness,  Dwarfism,  Mobility Challenges
Developmental Central Auditory Processing Disorder,  Developmental Delays,  Down Syndrome,  Dyslexia,  Fetal Alcohol Syndrome,  Mental Illness,  Mental Retardation,  Speech Delay
Medical Cancer,  Diabetes,  Epilepsy,  Food Allergies,  Obesity,  Thyroid Condition


Specific Care Service Experience:
Ambulation Blood Sugar Testing Insulin Injections
Assistive Technology/AAC Body Lifting Repositioning
Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene Brushing Protocol Respiratory Care
Bed Baths EPI Pen Injections Seizure Attendance
Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis Feeding Sign Language
Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support G Tubes Stimming Attendance
Other:
Willing to Learn New Care and Diagnoses' Skills:

Yes, absolutely! Anything your child needs, I am willing to learn.


Additional Services Provided:
Medical Transportation Errands/Shopping Laundry
Housecleaning Long Distance Transportation Meal Preparation

Availability Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat
Early Morning (6am-9am)
Late Morning (9am-12pm)
Early Afternoon (12pm -3pm)
Late Afternoon (3pm-6pm)
Early Evening (6pm-9pm)
Late Evening (9pm-12am)
Overnight (12am-6am)

Qualifications:
CPR Licensed Practicing Nurse Speech Therapist
Certified Nursing Assistant Physical Therapist Special Education Credentials
Occupational Therapist Early Childhood Educator Registered Nurse
First Aid Licensed Vocational Nurse

Education:
  • Level: Some college
  • School: Portland State University
  • Major: Education
Languages Spoken:
  • English

Other Qualifications:
My qualifications: My special needs qualifications include: *CPI certified *DT and PRT trained *Star trained *Working knowledge of Edmark, Readwell, and Starfall programs

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