Dedicated and enthusiastic education Paraprofessional with a background in assisting teachers with classroom activities. Knowledgeable in school safety, learning processes and individualized expression. Offering a 5-year background assisting head teacher with supportive tasks to create effective, healthy classroom environment. Skillful in group activity planning and management and class material preparation. Energetic and patient individual possessing strong communication and interpersonal skills needed to push students towards success.
Skills
Teaching and Instruction
Social and Group Settings
Skills Strategies
Lesson Plan Implementation
Instructional Support
Student-Centered Learning
Special education
Positive Reinforcement
Positive Learning Environment
Group Learning Mechanics
Differentiated Instruction
Creative Questioning
Middle School Education
Special Needs Students
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional, 09/2017 - present Lighthouse Academies – Pine Bluff, AR,
Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Accompanied students to restroom, on field trips, to cafeteria and to playground.
Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues that needed to be addressed.
Oversaw class of students when instructor was out of room.
Worked with autism students using tailored behavioral plan.
Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Assisted in instructional processes by communicating perceptions of student progress and needs to teacher.
Increased proficiencies by attending professional developmental workshops on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
Implemented lessons initiated by teacher or related services personnel.
Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Delivered individual services and instruction support to students and coworkers.
Helped special education teachers determine specific needs for individuals with exceptional needs.
Communicated with students, teachers, staff and parents to main effective relationships for student and program growth.
Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Worked cooperatively with students of various culturally diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
Aided special education teachers in delivering important services for individuals with exceptionalities.
Played essential role in delivering individualized services and supporting instruction.
Maintained student-centered, supportive environment in delivering learning experiences.
Special Education Paraprofessional, 09/2016 - 05/2017 Lighthouse Academies – Gary, IN,
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Accompanied students to restroom, on field trips, to cafeteria and to playground.
Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues that needed to be addressed.
Oversaw class of students when instructor was out of room.
Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment that was integral to students' needs.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Assisted in instructional processes by communicating perceptions of student progress and needs to teacher.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Increased proficiencies by attending professional developmental workshops on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
Implemented lessons initiated by teacher or related services personnel.
Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Delivered individual services and instruction support to students and coworkers.
Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
Communicated with students, teachers, staff and parents to main effective relationships for student and program growth.
Helped special education teachers determine specific needs for individuals with exceptional needs.
Maintained student-centered, supportive environment in delivering learning experiences.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Worked cooperatively with students of various culturally diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
Aided special education teachers in delivering important services for individuals with exceptionalities.
Played essential role in delivering individualized services and supporting instruction.
Behavioral Health Technician, 02/2012 - 03/2016 Universal Health Services – West Allis, WI,
Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food.
Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for all new admissions.
Prepared and submitted daily reports to management.
Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Charted on each patient daily.
Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
Applied interventions when necessary, including clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
Recommended continuing care and medications to clients and communicated with family members on treatment and discharge plans.
Education
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/1993 - Las Cruces High School - Las Cruces, NM GPA:
Certifications
Level Three Pre k-12 Educational Assistant License
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