ABBY KRAFT
Bismarck,NORTH DAKOTA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
elk ridge elementary school
Bismarck, ND
08.2022 - Current
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
Daycare Provider
Wish Upon A Star Dance
Bismarck, ND
02.2018 - 08.2022
- Observed each child's individual needs and provided appropriate support accordingly.
- Assisted in potty training children while providing positive reinforcement when successful.
- Provided care for infants and toddlers by changing diapers, preparing meals, helping with nap times, and organizing playtime activities.
- Read books aloud to groups of children at story time each day as part of an early literacy initiative.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when discussing any information related to the children or families enrolled in the program.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's progress in the daycare program.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations pertaining to health codes and safety standards within the facility.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that included music, art, outdoor games, and reading stories.
- Sanitized toys and equipment on a daily basis to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Intervened quickly and appropriately when issues between children arose using positive behavior management techniques.
- Maintained records of attendance, meals served, naps taken and general behavioral observations throughout the day.
- Monitored playground areas for potential hazards such as broken glass or dangerous debris.
- Supervised children during outdoor playtime to ensure safety at all times.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while demonstrating excellent time management skills.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each child warmly upon arrival every morning.
- Managed snack time by ensuring healthy options were available while encouraging proper nutrition habits among the students.
- Collaborated closely with other daycare providers to create an effective team environment.
- Demonstrated patience while working with young children who may have difficulty following directions or expressing themselves clearly.
- Organized and implemented activities to stimulate physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of children in a daycare setting.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND01-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Mary
Bismarck, NDSkills
- Activity Oversight
- Differentiated Instruction
- Crisis Intervention
- Schedule Management
- Student Records Management
- Storytelling
- Classroom support
- Educational assistance
- Special Education Support
- Small Group Instruction
- Documentation
- IEP compliance
- Arts and crafts
- Child Development Certification
- Group and individual instruction
- Mathematics Instruction
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Safety understanding
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Individual Student Assistance
- Elementary Education
- Classroom Technology
- Child Development
- Skill building support
- Parent Communication
- Individualized Educational Plans
- Effective Communication
- Activity Planning
- First aid and CPR certified
- Teacher Assistance
- Individual Instruction
- Student Supervision
- Educational Support
- Progress Monitoring
- Classroom Organization
- Crisis Management
- Educational Games
- Special Education
- Activity implementation
- Study Skills Development
- Student Health and Safety
- IEP familiarity
- Disability Awareness
- Behavior Management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Computer Skills
- Emotional Support
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Behavior Modification
Certification
- CPI certified
- First aid CPR
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Paraprofessional
elk ridge elementary school
08.2022 - Current
Daycare Provider
Wish Upon A Star Dance
02.2018 - 08.2022
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Bismarck State College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Mary
- CPI certified
- First aid CPR
Similar Profiles
Casey MalackCasey Malack
Building Substitute Teacher at Sugartown Elementary SchoolBuilding Substitute Teacher at Sugartown Elementary School
Abby CummingsAbby Cummings
Before and After School Care Assistant at Tatum Ridge Elementary SchoolBefore and After School Care Assistant at Tatum Ridge Elementary School
Emily SchafferEmily Schaffer
Seasonal Classroom Aide at Ridge Elementary SchoolSeasonal Classroom Aide at Ridge Elementary School