Extra Special People, Inc.360 Staff
Aug. 2013 - Aug. 2016Watkinsville, GeorgiaI work as a leader of a yoga class, martial arts class and a music class comprised of 10-20 individuals with varying levels of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Goals for these groups that were set and achieved: -Increasing group participation and cohesion -Increasing on-task behavior -Overall progression of skills related to class material -Appropriate social interaction -Advancement of functional skills unrelated to class material -Improving quality of life through improved physical and mental health In addition to leading classes responsibilities include: -Weekly communication with supervisors and fellow staff to coordinate and adjust lesson plans -Offer behavior management support in Home Ec., Theater, and Science classes -Planning routines to present at a recital at the end of each semester -Contributing member of the Big Hearts Production Committee, an event that raised over $100,000 for Extra Special People, Inc. -Assisting in planning and execution of other special events (i.e. Fall Festival, Family Camp, NKA & Club Events, etc.) -Weekly communication with volunteers and parents of participants -General maintenance of data, classroom equipment, and building function -Trained volunteers on communication and behavior management policies to ensure a safe, fun environment for both participants and volunteers