Empathetic and Perceptive teacher candidate with five years of experience as a swimming lessons instructor, two years as a family nanny, and a current Instructional Para, providing individualized care and education to children. Skilled in leading student activities to facilitate a positive and supportive learning environment, while setting excellent examples through appropriate social behavior. Engaged children on topics of personal interest to build relationships and foster communication skills.
Skills
Adaptability
Interpersonal communication
Social development
Relationship building
Differentiated instruction
Behavior management
Special Education
Communication
Approachable
Optimistic
Education
University of North DakotaGrand Forks, NDExpected in 12/2019 – –Bachelor of Science:Elementary Education - GPA:
Minor in Special Education
Graduated magna cum laude
Hillsboro High SchoolHillsboro, ND, Expected in 05/2016 – –High School Diploma: - GPA:
Graduated in Top 10% of Class
Graduated with 3.96 GPA
Member of National Honors Society
Certifications
CPR certified
Work History
South Windsor Public Schools - Instructional Paraprofessional South Windsor, CT, 12/2019 - Current
Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Implemented curriculum with life-based approach.
Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques.
Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
Penn State University - Family Nanny University Park, PA, 05/2018 - 08/2019
Coordinated different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development
Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills
Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
Taught children everyday skills, including tying shoes, dressing, potty training, basic math and language
Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children
Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments
Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events
Hillsboro Municipal Pool - Swimming Lessons Instructor City, STATE, 05/2014 - 08/2019
Implemented and optimized new swimming and safety curriculum and day-to-day instruction to align swimming strategies with industry-based practices
Organized and taught swimming lessons to children aged 3 to 12 years, including those with special needs
Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success
Educated students on water safety and different strokes, applying various instructional techniques, including modeling, and assistance of water boards
Earned positive feedback from parents regarding swimming lessons instruction and student learning success
Initiated new learning methods, promoting total student comprehension while curbing learning time
Monitored student progress through formal swimming assessment administered twice throughout the week for two weeks
Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimize progress
Hillsboro Municipal Pool - Head Lifeguard City, STATE, 05/2015 - 08/2017
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
Gave private lessons to special needs students, teaching such techniques as floating, treading water, and safety /resting strokes
Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement
Differentiated private swimming lessons to each students' individual needs
Reiterated water safety practices and lifesaving measures, including back boarding at every class to prevent accidents
Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction
Cooperated fully with employer to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation
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