Amanda Engler
Educational Paraprofessional
Wakefield,MA
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Danvers High School
Danvers, MA
09.2016 - Current
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Promoted respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Assisted in collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Fostered positive learning environments by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Assisted in administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Paraprofessional
Holten Richmond Middle School
09.2016 - 06.2022
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Promoted respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Assisted in collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Fostered positive learning environments by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Assisted in administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated high levels of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Teacher/Library Media Center
Lawrence Family Development Charter School
09.1999 - 03.2003
- Introduced and implemented advanced media systems, collections and tools into traditional library system.
- Maintained equipment in good working order for school-wide use.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Created informative bibliographies, subject guides, and instructional materials to support teachers'' curriculum goals.
- Managed collections of print and electronic data for public and private access via reference and borrowing.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
- Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests.
- Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Classified and coded different types of materials according to library policies and organizational standards.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop cross-curricular projects, integrating library resources into classroom instruction.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within school librarianship field.
- Kept catalog orderly and updated with latest material additions and removals.
- Tracked loans of media equipment and materials.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Enhanced student research skills by teaching effective database usage and information evaluation techniques.
- Educated library patrons about policies for checking out materials and using resources.
- Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
- Assisted in budget management by selecting appropriate resources based on curriculum needs and cost-effectiveness analysis.
- Directed total budgeting, purchasing and scheduling operations and wrote successful grants to fund innovative library and media projects.
- Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.
- Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Maintained safe learning environment through clear communication of library policies and procedures while addressing any issues that arose effectively.
- Developed strong rapport with students, encouraging them to seek assistance with research and reading needs.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Responded to numerous reference calls daily, helping patrons with specific information needs.
- Oversaw media, catalog and instructional areas.
- Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
Assistant to the CEO
Hobby Bunker Inc.
06.1996 - 12.2015
- Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Enhanced productivity by coordinating daily schedules, arranging meetings, and organizing travel arrangements for CEO.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Ensured seamless transitions between priorities by effectively managing multiple tasks and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
Education
No Degree - Media Library Studies
05.2001 -
I earned 93 graduate credits in Salem State University's Master's of Science Media Library Studies program. Unfortunately this degree was never completed. I began raising a family at this point in my studies, and continued to do that for the next 12 years. I attempted to negotiate with Salem State to allow me to finish my degree, even appealing to the Dean to no avail. The University stated that too much time had passed since I had been an active student, and that NONE of my past course work would count towards a pursued Master's Degree.
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
05.2001 -
Skills
Clerical Support
Motivating and Inspiring Students
Effective Communication
Autism Spectrum Knowledge
Safety understanding
Activity Oversight
Schedule Management
Computer Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Experience with Diverse Student Populations
Behavior Management
Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
Multitasking Abilities
Organizational Skills
Clerical Support
Timeline
Paraprofessional - Danvers High School
09.2016 - Current
Paraprofessional - Holten Richmond Middle School
09.2016 - 06.2022
Salem State University - No Degree, Media Library Studies
05.2001 -
Bridgewater State University - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
05.2001 -
Teacher/Library Media Center - Lawrence Family Development Charter School
09.1999 - 03.2003
Assistant to the CEO - Hobby Bunker Inc.
06.1996 - 12.2015