Hello, my name is Cassie! I am an innovative and patient individual who promotes safety, health, and personal growth. My experience with special needs includes: personal support worker (ages 8-12); educational assistant in an early intervention classroom (ages 3-4); and substitute assistant in elementary special ed. classrooms (ages 5-10). Previous duties include: life skills (e. g., toilet training); communication practice (e. g., play therapy); and community outings (e. g., library, park, etc.). I have worked extensively with Autism and Down Syndrome. Additionally, I am conversational in ASL (American Sign Language). References are available upon request, including previous employers from this site. Let me know if you have any questions. Best of luck in your search!