To use my experience working in schools and my training in Special Education. Reliable school-based professional with hands-on experience supporting PK-12 students through classroom instruction, special education services, and office administration. Known for using differentiated learning, behavior support, and clear communication to support student progress and keep daily school operations on track.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Specialist Consultant
Opportunities for Positive Growth
Lafayette, IN
09.2025 - Current
Conducted behavioral assessments and developed support plans for clients at Opportunities for Positive Growth.
Trained staff on positive reinforcement, crisis response, and behavior intervention techniques.
Monitored client progress and updated service plans using detailed case notes.
Coordinated consultations with families, teachers, and care teams to align behavior strategies.
Guided caregivers through behavior management strategies supporting positive growth at home.
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Western Boone Jr/Sr High School
Thorntown, IN
08.2024 - 09.2025
Supported Western Boone School Corporation life skills students during daily classroom routines.
Assisted special education teacher with lesson preparation and instructional materials.
Reinforced communication, behavior, and social skills during student activities.
Guided students through personal care and independent living skill practice.
Pre-K Teacher
Thorntown Elementary
Thorntown, Indiana
08.2023 - 05.2024
Planned Thorntown Elementary pre-K lessons aligned with early learning standards
Supervised classroom routines and daily transitions for young learners
Taught literacy, math, and social skills through hands-on activities
Prepared learning materials, centers, and classroom resources each day
Secretary
Thorntown Elementary (Western Boone Schools)
Thorntown, IN
03.2020 - 08.2023
Worked with parents, students, and staff members to keep the front office running at an elementary school.
Managed front office communication for Thorntown Elementary families, staff, and visitors.
Answered phone calls and routed messages using school office procedures.
Greeted visitors and maintained campus sign-in and sign-out records.
Prepared attendance documents and updated student information in office systems.
Filed student records and maintained confidential school paperwork.
Assisted teachers and administrators with copies, forms, and office supplies.
Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person.
Instructional Assistant
Western Boone (Thorntown Elementary)
Thorntown, IN
08.2017 - 03.2020
I was a long-term substitute teacher in the Special Education classroom.
Supported teachers with classroom instruction across Western Boone Community School Corporation schools.
Supervised student behavior during lessons, transitions, and school activities.
Reinforced reading, math, and writing skills through small-group instruction.
Prepared learning materials and organized classroom resources for daily use.
Teacher
St Joseph Catholic School
Winter Haven, FL
08.2015 - 05.2017
Adapted instruction for diverse learning needs and abilities.
Assessed student progress using quizzes, assignments, and observations.
Managed classroom behavior with clear routines and positive expectations.
Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Instructional Assistant
St Joseph Catholic School
Winter Haven, FL
08.2012 - 05.2015
I was an Instructional Assistant and Long-Term Substitute for grade PK-8.