Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Andrea Wilde

SALT LAKE CITY,UT

Summary


Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

SPED Self-Contained Paraprofessional

Granite School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.

Volunteer

Special Olympics-Salt Lake Stars
06.2024 - 07.2024

Facilitating and empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve their athletic objectives, ensuring their safety, providing motivation, encouragement and guidance toward achieving success.

  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.

Stay-At-Home-Mom

Myself
08.2005 - 08.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Occupational Therapy Aide

Mountain Land Therapy
07.2003 - 09.2004
  • Improved patient mobility with targeted exercises designed to increase strength, flexibility, and coordination.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages and abilities.
  • Supported patients in achieving their personal goals through consistent monitoring and encouragement during therapy sessions.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively assisting therapists across various specialty areas such as pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, and physical rehabilitation.
  • Contributed to positive team dynamics by actively participating in staff meetings and offering constructive feedback on program improvements.

Personal Trainer

Gold's Gym and Nautilus Results Plus
06.2001 - 01.2003
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Adapted workout routines for special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injuries ensuring safety while still challenging their abilities.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
  • Maintained detailed records of all client interactions including progress notes, goal tracking updates allowing for easy assessment adjustments when needed.
  • Collaborated with other fitness professionals to design effective cross-training programs.

Swimming Instructor/Coaching Assistant

Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center, Treehouse
06.1994 - 05.2001
  • Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop comprehensive swim programs for participants of all ages and skill levels.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues through open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect while striving to deliver exceptional aquatic education experiences for all students.
  • Expanded program offerings to include specialized classes such as adaptive aquatics for individuals with disabilities or additional needs.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
  • Develop swim team practice plans.
  • Assess and refine swimming strokes.

Lifeguard

Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center, Treehouse
06.1993 - 05.2001
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.

Education

No Degree - Psychology

Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Teacher support
  • Data collection
  • Patient
  • Classroom support

Timeline

SPED Self-Contained Paraprofessional

Granite School District
08.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Special Olympics-Salt Lake Stars
06.2024 - 07.2024

Stay-At-Home-Mom

Myself
08.2005 - 08.2023

Occupational Therapy Aide

Mountain Land Therapy
07.2003 - 09.2004

Personal Trainer

Gold's Gym and Nautilus Results Plus
06.2001 - 01.2003

Swimming Instructor/Coaching Assistant

Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center, Treehouse
06.1994 - 05.2001

Lifeguard

Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center, Treehouse
06.1993 - 05.2001

No Degree - Psychology

Salt Lake Community College
Andrea Wilde