Alaina Merriman
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Patient Special Education Paraprofessional supportive of instructors and skilled in implementing classroom activities. Experienced in classroom safety, learning processes and individualized learning. Hands-on and ambitious professional committed to accommodating students in learning processes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
MCCSC
Bloomington, IN
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
Property Manager
Self-employeed
Bloomington, IN
10.2021 - Current
- Successfully managed and maintained Airbnb listings, consistently achieving a 90%+ occupancy rate.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries, providing detailed information and addressing concerns to ensure positive booking experience.
- Managed cleaning and maintenance schedules, ensuring properties were always in top condition for guest arrivals.
Sparks Coordinator
College Park Church Of God
Indian, IN
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Communicated regularly with volunteers
- Oriented new volunteers on policies and procedures, introduced staff and provided information guides.
- Assigned volunteers to keep shifts properly staffed.
- Maintained up-to-date volunteer calendar coordinating scheduling and staff availability
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Primrose Schools
Carmel, IN
11.2011 - 09.2012
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to promote the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children.
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress or any other concerns they may have had.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime activities while ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, INSkills
- IEP compliance
- behavior management
- Classwork oversight
- Teacher Assistance
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Volunteer Work Coordination
- Small Group Instruction
Certification
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training Certificate - Crisis Prevention Institute.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
MCCSC
09.2023 - Current
Property Manager
Self-employeed
10.2021 - Current
Sparks Coordinator
College Park Church Of God
08.2017 - 05.2018
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Primrose Schools
11.2011 - 09.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education
Indiana University Bloomington
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