Alex Heigh
Helena,MT
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with expertise in behavior management and effective communication. Committed to fostering positive learning environments and supporting special needs students through tailored instruction and relationship building.
Compassionate paraprofessional skilled in facilitating small group instruction and providing individualized support to diverse learners. Proven ability to implement behavior management strategies and enhance student engagement while collaborating with educators to drive academic success.
Patient and detail-oriented professional with experience in special education support and data collection. Known for building strong relationships with students and promoting a respectful classroom culture to improve behavior and academic performance.
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Radley Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Collaborated with educators to develop engaging instructional materials and activities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance academic performance.
- Facilitated small group instruction and one-on-one support for struggling students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote student engagement and participation.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve educational practices and skills.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
Server and Manager
Wassweiler
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat patronage.
- Managed dining area setup, maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order processing and improve service efficiency.
- Trained new servers on menu items and service standards, enhancing team performance.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and costs.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly, fostering a positive dining experience and loyalty.
- Maintained knowledge of menu changes and specials to provide accurate recommendations to guests.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Helena, MT06-2009
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Special education support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Teacher support
- Patient
- Data collection
- Classroom organization
- Classroom support
- CPR and first aid
- Student supervision
- Student health and safety
- Small group instruction
- Emotional support
- Group and individual instruction
- Relationship building
- Behavior improvements
- Supervising student activities
- Individual student assistance
- Arts and crafts
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Radley Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Server and Manager
Wassweiler
09.2020 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Capital High School