Angela Barnwell
Warner Robins,GA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with over 10 years of experience in special needs classrooms, currently pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. I'm committed to becoming a General Education Teacher while supporting students with diverse needs. I'm focused on fostering inclusive environments, implementing differentiated instruction, and enhancing classroom management to ensure accessible and meaningful learning experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Eagle Springs Elementary
Bryon Georgia
08.2020 - Current
- Provided one-on-one assistance during lessons, promoting engagement and participation among students.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Northside Elementary School
Warner Robins, GA
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with the teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Oversaw a class of students in the the absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Exhibited a positive attitude while interacting with students and staff. and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Irwin County High School
Irwin County Georgia05-1997
Bachelor of Education - Education
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA05-2028
Skills
- Learning disabilities support
- Teacher assistance
- Behavioral intervention
- Classroom organization
- Student advocacy
- Instructional support
- Student supervision
- Collaboration with teachers
Certification
I am mindset trained
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Eagle Springs Elementary
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Northside Elementary School
08.2016 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Irwin County High School
Bachelor of Education - Education
Middle Georgia State University