Adam Medeiros
Gonzales,CA
Summary
Passionate Special Education Paraprofessional devises successful student strategies and manages classroom activities. Offers advanced qualifications combined with understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Needs Paraprofessional IV
Soledad Unified School District
Soledad, CA
08.2012 - Current
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Met one-on-one with autism students and implemented targeted behavioral plans.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Helped students to develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and encouragement in studies as well as discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.
- Instructed students with varying abilities and needs in alignment with IEP objectives while delivering personalized and small group lessons.
- Provided special attention to individuals needing extra academic or behavioral guidance during classes.
- Assisted special education instructors in identifying and meeting students' individual needs.
- Created safe and nurturing environment focused on students to ensure quality learning experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Behavioral Science / History
CSUMB
Marina, CA05.2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05.2020
Skills
- Enrichment activities
- Reporting requirements
- Special needs
- IEP goals
Certification
- Handle With Care [SPED IV], [SUSD]
- CPR [SPED IV], [SUSD]
Timeline
Special Needs Paraprofessional IV
Soledad Unified School District
08.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Social Behavioral Science / History
CSUMB
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Hartnell College
- Handle With Care [SPED IV], [SUSD]
- CPR [SPED IV], [SUSD]
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