Resident Live Oak Elementary Resume Example LPSS

RESIDENT-LIVE OAK ELEMENTARY

Summary

Well-qualified, enthusiastic, dynamic, compassionate entry-level elementary teacher with over 6 years experience in the Lafayette Parish School System.

Seeking a position as an elementary special needs teacher that will allow me to utilize my experience, promote a positive learning environment, and expand my knowledge of academic success of students with special needs.

Skills

Proficient in the Unique Learning System
Experienced in working with children with special needs
Understand and meet expectations of LPSS in all areas

Member of the National Society Leadership and Success
Excellent oral and written communication
Embraces teamwork

Experience

Resident-Live Oak Elementary
Lafayette, LALPSS/Aug 2019 to Current

Created collaborative environment in classroom where students worked together to support everyone's learning.
Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
Utilized diverse teaching methods to address curriculum objectives.
Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
Instructed students in standardized subjects, as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
Delivered reading and writing experiences to students commensurate with respective stages of development.
Evaluated student performance and progression by creating and administering a variety of tests, quizzes and projects.
Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.

Paraprofessional - Mild/Moderate Autism
Lafayette, LALPSS - J Wallace James Elementary/Aug 2014 to May 2019

Assisted in development of Individual Education Programs (IEP) to establish student outcome goals and define educational strategies; leveraged developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by developing IEPs and using wide variety of teaching aids and motivational strategies.
Delivered specialized classroom instruction to broad range of students with developmental disorders, including the use of the Unique Learning System.
Attended professional development courses to enhance my understanding of classroom procedures and children with special needs.
Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs as well as effective, individualized learning strategies.
Worked collaboratively with the classroom teacher, fellow paraprofessionals and school staff.
Provided support to the students through specialized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership.
Met one-on-one and with groups of with students with autism, utilizing customized behavioral plans as well as incorporate activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and coordinate meetings.
Collected data relevant to individual student goals, focusing on students strengths and weaknesses and building on them.

Substitute Teacher
Lafayette, LALPSS - J Wallace James/Aug 2013 to Aug 2014

Kept detailed records of student progress, attendance and assignments using jpams/webpams.
Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
Implemented lesson plans outlined by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
Educated elementary school students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of classroom teacher.
Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with different learning styles and ability levels.
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Requested as substitute teacher by several classroom teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.

Education and Training

Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education 1-5University of Louisiana At MonroeExpected in May 2020Monroe, Louisiana

Accomplishments

Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success
Maintained a 3.8 throughout my educational career at ULM

Activities and Honors

Volunteer with the Down Syndrome Association of Acadiana

Organize and attend sensory friendly nights for those in our community

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

LPSS
LPSS - J Wallace James Elementary
LPSS - J Wallace James

School Attended

University of Louisiana At Monroe

Job Titles Held:

Resident-Live Oak Elementary
Paraprofessional - Mild/Moderate Autism
Substitute Teacher

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : Elementary Education 1-5

Resident-Live Oak Elementary Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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