Aaliyah Martin
BRYANS ROAD
Summary
Dedicated Instructional Assistant with over 5 years of experience providing tailored support to students with special needs, specializing in autism spectrum disorder. Skilled in managing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), offering behavioral support, and collaborating effectively with educators and therapists to promote student growth. Passionate about creating a nurturing and inclusive learning atmosphere, utilizing exceptional organizational and communication abilities to achieve successful results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant – SOAR Program
Charles County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized academic, behavioral, and social support to students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in alignment with their IEP goals
- Implemented structured teaching methods and visual supports to enhance learning and promote student independence
- Supported behavior intervention strategies using positive reinforcement and data collection to track student progress
- Assisted teachers and therapists in creating and adapting instructional materials tailored to each student’s needs
- Maintained a safe, consistent, and supportive learning environment conducive to student growth
- Monitored and documented student performance and behavior throughout daily routines and activities
- Encouraged communication, social interaction, and functional life skills development
- Collaborated with special education staff and service providers to ensure a coordinated approach to student care
Speech-Language Tele Therapy Assistant
Charles County Public Schools
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Escort students from the general education classroom to the speech room for scheduled speech sessions
- Work with individual or small groups to provide therapy reinforcement while the speech tele-therapist delivers the session
- Log onto the tele-therapy speech platform in the morning to ensure all technology is working properly
- Maintain regular attendance and adhere to a set schedule
- Perform duties as assigned by the principal, SLP tele-therapist, and/or SLP Specialist
- Provide support to teachers and tele-therapist as needed
- Calibrate and maintain tele-therapy equipment (disinfect, store securely, etc.)
- Maintain detailed documentation of tele-practice encounters
- Manage stressful work situations effectively
Transition Clerk
Charles County Public Schools
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Completes Agency Referrals for students
- Assists with tracking Agency Linkage consent forms
- Assists IEP facilitators with Agency Linkage compliance
- Track information for Transition linkage tool
- Filing and organizing transition resources
- Monitor and assists transition coordinators with online platforms and uploading
- Keeps track of consent signatures
- Other duties as assigned by the Transition coordinator
Covid 19 Temperature Screener
Venesco
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Administered COVID-19 health screening questionnaires to all personnel and visitors in accordance with federal health guidelines
- Checked individual temperatures using non-contact infrared thermometers while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
- Ensured full compliance with entry protocols by verifying screening completion for all who entered the facility
- Maintained accurate and confidential daily screening logs, contributing to contact tracing efforts
- Sanitized screening stations regularly to uphold a safe and hygienic environment
- Collaborated with facility security and medical staff to report symptoms or unusual cases promptly
- Demonstrated discretion and professionalism in handling potentially sensitive health information
- Provided clear instructions and guidance to individuals unfamiliar with safety protocols
Store Team Member
A Plus Society
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Welcomed and assisted customers
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe environment
- Maintained a positive attitude and focused on customer satisfaction
- Guided customers through products, answered questions, and ensured a pleasant experience
- Stocked shelves and operated the cash register
Education
Associates Degree - Information Technology
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD05.2025
Skills
- Special Needs
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Administrative
- Customer Service
- Clerical
- IEP Management
- Behavioral Support
- Documentation
- Relationship building
- Teacher collaboration
- Classroom support
- Supply restocking
- Growth mindset
- Small group instruction
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Classroom organization
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Instructional Assistant – SOAR Program
Charles County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Tele Therapy Assistant
Charles County Public Schools
10.2021 - 01.2023
Transition Clerk
Charles County Public Schools
07.2021 - 01.2022
Covid 19 Temperature Screener
Venesco
12.2020 - 04.2021
Store Team Member
A Plus Society
06.2020 - 12.2020
Associates Degree - Information Technology
College of Southern Maryland
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