Compassionate Teaching Assistant in Special Education with significant experience supporting classroom environments and enhancing student learning. Skilled in adapting educational materials to meet diverse learning needs and maintaining positive behavior among students. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with teachers to implement tailored education plans, resulting in improved student engagement and understanding.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Battle Ground School District
Battle Ground, WA
08.2023 - Current
Administered assessments as directed by teachers or other school personnel.
Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Battle Ground School District
Battle Ground, WA
08.2021 - 06.2023
Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Science
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA
05-2020
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
Skills
Teaching and instruction
Behavioral plan management
Social and group settings
IEP compliance
Special needs
Skills strategies
Autism and spectrum disorders
Sensory integration
Social development support
Emotional support strategies
Crisis intervention
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Battle Ground School District
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Battle Ground School District
08.2021 - 06.2023
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Science
Golden West College
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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